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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Gateshead is to bus via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne which costs £8 - £20 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Gateshead?

The distance between Wakefield and Gateshead is 115 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £50.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Gateshead bus from?

Wakefield to Gateshead bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Gateshead train from?

Wakefield to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £29 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Wakefield to Gateshead bus arrive?

Wakefield to Gateshead bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Gateshead train arrive?

Wakefield to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Gateshead is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Wakefield to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2055+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Gateshead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 50m
£22–50
Bus via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
3h 56m
£8–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
3h 21m
£11–29
Drive 100.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Gatesheadcar 100.7 mi
1h 52m
£25–36

Wakefield to Gateshead by train

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1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 3h 21m.

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