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Bolton to Gateshead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Gateshead takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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.

3h 27m
Duration
157 mi
Distance
£54
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 26m
£43–81

Bolton to Gateshead train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express8h 50m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 58m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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.

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  • Distance: 157.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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