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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Gateshead is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at John Dobson Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Newcastle via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Swindon to Gateshead?

The distance between Swindon and Gateshead is 349 miles. The road distance is 269.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Gateshead without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs £75 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Swindon to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Gateshead bus from?

Swindon to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Gateshead train from?

Swindon to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Swindon to Gateshead is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs £75 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Swindon to Gateshead bus arrive?

Swindon to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Gateshead train arrive?

Swindon to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Gateshead is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Swindon to Gateshead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2017+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Swindon to Gateshead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Swindon to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 6m
£79–319
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkn10
9h 1m
£34–86
Drive 268.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Gateshead268.3 mi
4h 45m
£67–97
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3h 45m
£62–144
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to NewcastlePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 22m
£68–448
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station183 / ...
9h 42m
£38–80
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
4h 2m
£94–447
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
4h 41m
£128–295
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 33m
£77–225

Swindon to Gateshead by train and subway

249Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.6 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Newcastle via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to John Dobson Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 1m.

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