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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Blackburn is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Mincing Lane via Shudehill Interchange and Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Blackburn via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Blackburn?

The distance between Gateshead and Blackburn is 155 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Gateshead to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Blackburn bus from?

Gateshead to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Blackburn train from?

Gateshead to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Blackburn is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Gateshead to Blackburn bus arrive?

Gateshead to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Gateshead to Blackburn train arrive?

Gateshead to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Blackburn is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Gateshead to Blackburn.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Gateshead to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackburntrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 26m
£56–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
6h 30m
£21–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Nelson Street N2bus 172
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackburntrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 36m
£36–77
Drive 112.6 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Blackburncar 112.6 mi
2h 18m
£28–40

Gateshead to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 153.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Blackburn via Leeds in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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