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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Gateshead

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
171 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Bus Station to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Edinburgh to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$22.78

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bus Station to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Lumo

Phone:
0800 031 8542
Email:
Website:
lumo.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a day

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Gateshead is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $19.57 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $30.43 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at John Dobson Street - Laing Art Gallery. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Gateshead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Gateshead is 198 km. The road distance is 170.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $30.43 - $206.52 .

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Gateshead bus from?

Edinburgh to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Gateshead train from?

Edinburgh to Gateshead train services, operated by LNER, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $30.43 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $41.30 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Gateshead bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street - Laing Art Gallery station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Gateshead train arrive?

Edinburgh to Gateshead train services, operated by LNER, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Gateshead is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Gateshead.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Gateshead bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 1725+ hotels available in Gateshead. Prices start at $34.86 per night.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Gateshead?

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