The average train between Blackburn and Gateshead takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Gateshead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Gateshead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Gateshead station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Blackburn to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Blackburn to Gateshead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Blackburn and Gateshead is 146.4 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Newcastle via York in around 2h 51m.