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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Gateshead is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £24 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Newcastle via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Gateshead?

The distance between Rotherham and Gateshead is 125 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £24 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Rotherham to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Gateshead bus from?

Rotherham to Gateshead bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Gateshead train from?

Rotherham to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.

Train or bus from Rotherham to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £24 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Rotherham to Gateshead bus arrive?

Rotherham to Gateshead bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library station.

Where does the Rotherham to Gateshead train arrive?

Rotherham to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Gateshead is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Rotherham to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Rotherham to Gateshead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rotherham to Gateshead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Doncastertrain Sheffield - Adwick / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 9m
£24–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Librarybus megabus M20
4h 3m
£12–18
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Gatesheadcar 118.7 mi
2h 16m
£29–41
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 54m
£24–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street/Market Street to Sheffield Interchange/C4bus 73 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 7m
£20–104

Rotherham to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Newcastle via Doncaster in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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