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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.
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Gateshead will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Gateshead on Thu, Aug 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €188.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €360 Average price | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Gateshead:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Gateshead costing on average €52.
A bus is €345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Gateshead costing on average €360.
Other travel options to Gateshead take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 41m.
Flight takes on average 5h 40m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €39 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 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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Gateshead trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:45 PM Manchester | 2h48 | 5:33 PM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Manchester | 2h48 | 9:33 AM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Manchester | 3h28 | 11:52 AM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Manchester | 2h48 | 11:33 AM Gateshead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manchester to Gateshead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Gateshead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gateshead trip today.
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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.
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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.
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Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels often cost less than London, while dining and local transit are fairly priced for tourists.
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MetroCentre -> Gateshead Interchange
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Gateshead trains use the Manchester Victoria to Metro Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Dunston. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Gateshead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Metro Centre is 4 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Metro Centre.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Metro Centre: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Metro Centre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Dunston is 2 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Dunston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dunston: Parking.
Available at Dunston: Bike Parking.
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.
Heworth is 3 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Heworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heworth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heworth: Parking.
Available at Heworth: Bike Parking.
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.
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