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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Gateshead is to bus which costs £8 - £22 and takes 3h 7m.

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 51m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

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 51m.

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 51m and costs £40 - £90.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Gateshead bus from?

Wakefield to Gateshead bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, 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 51m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £22 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Wakefield to Gateshead bus arrive?

Wakefield to Gateshead bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, 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 51m 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 2019+ 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

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 Wakefield Westgate to NewcastlePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 51m
£40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk073 / ...
3h 7m
£8–22
Drive 100.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Gateshead100.7 mi
1h 51m
£26–37
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station133 / ...
3h 39m
£11–28

Wakefield to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 114.5 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to John Dobson Street via Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 7m.

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