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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Gateshead is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Gateshead is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Galashiels Transport Interchange and arriving at Eldon Square Bus Station via Jedburgh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Gateshead?

The distance between Galashiels and Gateshead is 156 miles. The road distance is 75.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Galashiels to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Gateshead bus from?

Galashiels to Gateshead bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Gateshead train from?

Galashiels to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from Galashiels to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 68 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Galashiels to Gateshead bus arrive?

Galashiels to Gateshead bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Jedburgh Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to Gateshead train arrive?

Galashiels to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Gateshead is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Galashiels to Gateshead.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Galashiels to Gateshead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 28m
£49–121
Drive 75 mi
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1. Drive from Galashiels to Gatesheadcar 75 mi
1h 34m
£19–27
Line 68 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Jedburgh Bus Stationbus 68
2. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X74
3h 34m

Galashiels to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 155.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Eldon Square Bus Station via Jedburgh Bus Station in around 3h 34m.

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