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 £24 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

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 24m and costs £35 - £200.

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 hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

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 45m.

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 24m and costs £35 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m 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 24m and costs £35 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

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 45m to drive from Scotland to Gateshead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2124+ 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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 24m
£38–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
4h 5m
£24–35
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Gatesheadcar 149.2 mi
2h 45m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 45m
£60–220

Scotland to Gateshead by train

315Weekly Trains

2h 24mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 4h 5m. National Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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