What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Gateshead?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to bus which costs £45 - £95 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Gateshead?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 3h 25m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at John Dobson Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Gateshead?

The distance between Reading and Gateshead is 307 miles. The road distance is 280 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Gateshead without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Gateshead without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Gateshead?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Reading to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gateshead bus from?

Reading to Gateshead bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gateshead train from?

Reading to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Gateshead bus arrive?

Reading to Gateshead bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Gateshead train arrive?

Reading to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Gateshead is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Reading to Gateshead.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Gateshead?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Gateshead?

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Reading to Gateshead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 46m
£68–160
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 42m
£45–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10
9h 6m
£49–93
Drive 278.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Gatesheadcar 278.3 mi
4h 48m
£68–99
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 39m
£71–267
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 8m
£52–249
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 25m
£102–242
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 16m
£60–209
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 34m
£97–353

Reading to Gateshead by train and subway

320Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Newcastle via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to John Dobson Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 6m.

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