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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Southport and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Newcastle via Wigan North Western and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Southport to Gateshead?

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

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

The best way to get from Southport to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Southport to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Gateshead train from?

Southport to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Southport to Gateshead train arrive?

Southport to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Southport to Gateshead?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2208+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Southport to Gateshead - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 2m
£63–122
Drive 136 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southport to Gatesheadcar 136 mi
2h 57m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 34m
£62–113

Southport to Gateshead by train

207Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Newcastle via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Carlisle in around 4h 2m.

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