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Compare train and bus for Leeds to Gateshead
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 130 km
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2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds to Gateshead by train or bus
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Why should you book Leeds to Gateshead trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express as well as Cross Country or TransPennine Express offer trains services from Leeds to Gateshead.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds to Gateshead.
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Gateshead.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds to Gateshead.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Gateshead.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Gateshead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Gateshead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 51m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Gateshead trainsTranspennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Gateshead from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
€20
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
€120
Cross Country frequency
7 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
€50
TransPennine Express frequency
18 a day
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Gateshead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Gateshead by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gateshead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Gateshead can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Gateshead is €40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leeds to Gateshead is 1h 51m to travel the 130 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leeds to Gateshead leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Leeds to Gateshead leaves at 10:13 PM.
There are 4 trains a day from Leeds to Gateshead which require at least one change with Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Leeds to Gateshead, you can count on Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Gateshead. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leeds and Gateshead and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Gateshead from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Gateshead is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Gateshead including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Gateshead
Leeds
Gateshead
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Gateshead.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
The major train station for arrivals in Gateshead is Metro Centre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Metro Centre for your journey to Gateshead from Leeds.
Metro Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Metro Centre
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
Heworth
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Heworth
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Dunston
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station There is ramped access to both platforms which wheelchair users can easily use
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Dunston
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop a few minutes away from the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on bridge.
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