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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with strong exhibitions and excellent river views.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Gateshead will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 6 buses from Glasgow to Gateshead, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Glasgow to Gateshead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 21:15. The fastest bus covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow to Gateshead.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h23 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Gateshead buses for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 PM Glasgow | 4h05 | 11:20 PM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Glasgow | 4h10 | 2:15 AM Gateshead | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Glasgow | 4h10 | 2:15 AM Gateshead | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 7:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:50 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 1:25 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 10:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h00 | 2:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with strong exhibitions and excellent river views.
Interactive Roman fort museum on Hadrian’s Wall, bringing frontier life alive with reconstructions and archaeology.
Hands-on science museum with engineering, space, and local innovation displays, popular for families and curious adults.
Lively riverside promenade with bridge views, modern culture venues, and one of the best walks in the region.
Scenic hilltop green space with a famous angel sculpture and sweeping views, popular for walks and photographs.
Historic model village area and museum park with period streets, tram rides, and immersive North East heritage scenes.
A stottie is a chewy North East flat loaf, often filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a classic local lunch found across Tyneside and Gateshead.
Pease pudding is a smooth split-pea spread or side dish, traditionally served with ham. It is a long-standing North East staple with simple working-class roots.
Pan haggerty is a baked potato, onion, and cheese dish from North East England. It is beloved as hearty regional comfort food.
Refined Michelin-starred dining by Kenny Atkinson in a stylish setting on the Quayside, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Lively independent gastropub on the Gateshead side of the Tyne, known for good beer, strong Sunday roasts, and elevated British comfort food.
Modern British restaurant in Gateshead with an airy industrial feel, praised for brunch, seasonal plates, and well-executed local produce.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels often cost less than London, while dining and local transit are fairly priced for tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Gateshead by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gateshead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Gateshead buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Gateshead bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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