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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Gateshead is to bus which costs £7 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Gateshead is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Scotland to Gateshead?

The distance between Scotland and Gateshead is 171 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Gateshead without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Scotland to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Gateshead bus from?

Scotland to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Gateshead train from?

Scotland to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Scotland to Gateshead is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Scotland to Gateshead bus arrive?

Scotland to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Scotland to Gateshead train arrive?

Scotland to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Gateshead is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Scotland to Gateshead.

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

Book your Scotland to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Scotland to Gateshead bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Scotland to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 25m
£26–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk010 / ...
4h 15m
£7–35
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Gateshead149.2 mi
2h 43m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to NewcastleGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 50m
£35–80

Scotland to Gateshead by train

350Weekly Trains

2h 25mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Scotland and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–20 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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