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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gateshead
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gateshead will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Gateshead on Fri, Jun 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
9:30 AM1h42Edinburgh11:12 AMGateshead$371One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM1h42Edinburgh11:12 AMGateshead$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Gateshead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Gateshead:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Gateshead costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Gateshead take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 41m.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $38 (€32) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Lumo, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Gateshead train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gateshead trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:26 AM Edinburgh | 1h46 | 9:12 AM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:26 AM Edinburgh | 1h46 | 10:12 AM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Gateshead by bus or train
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Gateshead trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Gateshead.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London North Eastern Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Gateshead.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gateshead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Gateshead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Lumo, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Gateshead trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Lumo, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Gateshead from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
CrossCountry
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
Lumo
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Gateshead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Gateshead
Most Edinburgh to Gateshead trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Metro Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Heworth. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gateshead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Gateshead station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Metro Centre from Gateshead city centre
Metro Centre is 4 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Metro Centre train station facilities and services
Metro Centre has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Metro Centre.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metro Centre: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Metro Centre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Metro Centre: 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.
Getting to Heworth from Gateshead city centre
Heworth is 3 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Heworth train station facilities and services
Heworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heworth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heworth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heworth: 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.
Getting to Dunston from Gateshead city centre
Dunston is 2 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Dunston train station facilities and services
Dunston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dunston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dunston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dunston: 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.
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