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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Gateshead is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Gateshead is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunderland and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Sunderland to Gateshead?

The distance between Sunderland and Gateshead is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs £2 - £8.

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

The train from Sunderland to Newcastle takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Gateshead bus from?

Sunderland to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Gateshead is to train which takes 20 min and costs £2 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Sunderland to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Gateshead train arrive?

Sunderland to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Gateshead is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Sunderland to Gateshead.

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

Book your Sunderland to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sunderland to Gateshead bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2009+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Can I share a ride from Sunderland to Gateshead?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sunderland and Gateshead. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sunderland to Gateshead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Sunderland to Gateshead by train, bus, rideshare, subway, taxi, 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 Sunderland to NewcastleMiddlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
20 min
£2–8
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Sunderland to GatesheadGrn
26 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to John Dobson StreetUk010 / ...
30 min
£2–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Sunderland to Newcastle upon Tyne12.7 mi
36 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunderland to Gateshead11.1 mi
18 min
£26–32
Drive 11.1 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Gateshead11.1 mi
18 min
£3–4

Sunderland to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Sunderland to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £2–8 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to John Dobson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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