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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gateshead?

The distance between Cardiff and Gateshead is 315 miles. The road distance is 305.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 33m and costs £160 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Cardiff to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gateshead bus from?

Cardiff to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gateshead train from?

Cardiff to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 33m and costs £160 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead train arrive?

Cardiff to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gateshead is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Gateshead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Cardiff to Gateshead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 33m
£168–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
9h 10m
£35–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
8h 39m
£95–181
Drive 303.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gatesheadcar 303.8 mi
5h 17m
£74–107
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3h 59m
£44–118
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
5h 52m
£170–250
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 47m
£123–389
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 42m
£104–254

Cardiff to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 313.1 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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