The average train between Stafford and Gateshead takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 Stafford and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 11:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stafford 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 Stafford to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Newcastle station via Stockport station and Doncaster station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Stafford to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Gateshead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.
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The distance between Stafford and Gateshead is 242.2 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Newcastle via Stockport and Doncaster in around 4h 27m.