The average train between Bradford and Gateshead takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Bradford 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 Bradford and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 12:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Gateshead station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Bradford to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Bradford to Gateshead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Bradford and Gateshead is 130.3 km. The road distance is 183 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 28m. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.