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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Southport is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Southport is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Southport. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Duke Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Southport. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Southport via Carlisle and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Southport?

The distance between Gateshead and Southport is 183 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southport without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 5m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Gateshead to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Southport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Southport train from?

Gateshead to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Southport?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southport is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 5m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Gateshead to Southport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gateshead to Southport train arrive?

Gateshead to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Southport is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Gateshead to Southport.

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

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1956+ hotels available in Southport.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 5m
£62–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 58m
£21–33
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Southportcar 136 mi
2h 57m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 48m
£75–133
Bus via Wigan Rail Stations
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
8h 24m
£33–73

Gateshead to Southport by train

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Southport via Carlisle, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Duke Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 6h 58m.

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