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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Gateshead is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Gateshead?

The distance between Birkenhead and Gateshead is 179 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £85.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle takes 3h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Gateshead bus from?

Birkenhead to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Gateshead train from?

Birkenhead to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birkenhead to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £180 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Gateshead bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Gateshead train arrive?

Birkenhead to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Gateshead is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Birkenhead to Gateshead.

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

Book your Birkenhead to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Birkenhead to Gateshead bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2249+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birkenhead to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h
£50–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk930 / ...
5h 55m
£23–35
Drive 154.4 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Gatesheadcar 154.4 mi
3h 8m
£38–55
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 1m
£76–178
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 47m
£66–220

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 3h

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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