Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 11 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Gateshead will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from London to Gateshead, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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 train as it is the most popular option from London to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £147.
Distance: 396 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Gateshead:
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Gateshead costing on average £72.
A coach is £130 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Gateshead costing on average £147.
Other travel options to Gateshead take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
Coach takes on average 6h 47m.
The journey is about 2h 30m faster (3h 1m by train vs 5h 31m by car) and roughly £15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£72 vs £87). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Lumo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Gateshead trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:15 London | 3h18 | 12:33 Gateshead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 London | 3h03 | 13:33 Gateshead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Gateshead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 396 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 22:00 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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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.
Bold contemporary art gallery in a converted mill on the Quayside. Visit for changing exhibitions, river views and a strong modern arts programme.
Living history museum with reconstructed streets, trams and costumed interpreters. It offers an immersive look at everyday life in north-east England.
Industrial heritage museum beside the River Tyne, with a preserved beam engine and displays on engineering, power and local industry.
Riverside promenade with major landmarks, public art and wide Tyne views. Ideal for walking between bridges, galleries and music venues.
Large country park with woodland walks, a lake and broad views from the hill. A good choice for fresh air close to central Gateshead.
Open green space around the Angel of the North with paths and viewing points. Best visited for photos, sculpture views and a short outdoor walk.
A pease pudding stottie is a soft round bread filled with split pea pudding, often with ham. It is a classic North East lunch tied closely to Tyneside and Gateshead.
Panackelty is a slow-cooked North East casserole of corned beef or lamb, potatoes and onions. It is traditional comfort food across Tyneside homes and pubs.
Stottie cake is a dense, chewy regional bread from Tyneside, made to be filled with savoury favourites. It is one of the area’s most recognisable baked foods.
Stylish Indian restaurant known for refined curries and tandoori dishes in an elegant setting at the Quayside.
Well-known casual spot at the Metrocentre serving classic Italian dishes, pizza and pasta in a busy family-friendly setting.
Established pub and dining venue by the river, known for hearty British meals, beers and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, dining and local transport are often a little cheaper than London, but city-centre stays and weekend meals still add up.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Gateshead trains use the London Kings Cross to Metro Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Dunston. Use this guide to compare London and Gateshead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Lewisham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Lewisham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lewisham.
ATMs are available at Lewisham.
Ticket office support is available at Lewisham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lewisham: Parking, WC.
Available at Lewisham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lewisham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct access via lift to platforms 1,3 & 4 from subway. Step free access to platform 2 via booking hall and lift to platform 3, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt/ booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Woolwich Arsenal is 13 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolwich Arsenal has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Woolwich Arsenal.
ATMs are available at Woolwich Arsenal.
Ticket office support is available at Woolwich Arsenal. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolwich Arsenal: Parking, WC.
Available at Woolwich Arsenal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolwich Arsenal: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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