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 £7 - £22 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Gateshead is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £45.

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 John Dobson Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

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 15m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Gateshead?

The distance between Rotherham and Gateshead is 125 miles. The road distance is 122.5 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 15m and costs £21 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m 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 FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 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 15m and costs £21 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £22 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Rotherham to Gateshead bus arrive?

Rotherham to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street 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 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m 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?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to DoncasterSheffield - Adwick / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 15m
£22–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson StreetUkn11 / ...
3h 12m
£7–22
Drive 121.8 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Gateshead121.8 mi
2h 7m
£31–44
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to LeedsSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h
£26–105
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street/Market Street to Sheffield Interchange/C473 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to NewcastleReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 27m
£32–104

Rotherham to Gateshead by train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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