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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Gateshead is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Gateshead is to bus and fly which takes 3h 38m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Wales to Gateshead?

The distance between Wales and Gateshead is 315 miles. The road distance is 305.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Gateshead without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 31m and costs £55 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Wales to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Gateshead bus from?

Wales to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Gateshead train from?

Wales to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Wales to Gateshead is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 31m and costs £55 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Wales to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Gateshead train arrive?

Wales to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Gateshead is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Wales to Gateshead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Wales to Gateshead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Wales to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 31m
£56–300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson Streetbus Uk078
9h 10m
£21–60
Drive 304.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gatesheadcar 304.2 mi
5h 13m
£74–107
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3h 38m
£37–122
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
5h 52m
£100–490
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain Manchester Airport - Newcastle / ...
7h 45m
£76–211
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 48m
£111–385

Wales to Gateshead by train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.1 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Wales and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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