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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Gateshead

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 27 Sept

Cheapest price on 27 Sept

£31

Average ticket price on 27 Sept

£34

Fastest journey on 27 Sept

2 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 27 Sept

3 h 10 m

Trains on 27 Sept

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Gateshead will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester to Gateshead you need to make at least one change.

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16:322h55
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
19:27Metro Centre (MCE)
£311One-way
2 changes
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15:093h17
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
18:26Metro Centre (MCE)
£331One-way
2 changes
G15905+L89313
15:403h14
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
18:54Dunston (DOT)
£341One-way
1 change
G15898+L89329
16:413h18
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
19:59Metro Centre (MCE)
£341One-way
1 change
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16:413h13
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
19:54Dunston (DOT)
£341One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Gateshead

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester to Gateshead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 18m.

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

Coach from £8

Distance

170 km

Average train duration

2h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

£43

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 18m

First train

0:12

Last train

22:33

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £8

Train companies: Transpennine Express from Manchester to Gateshead trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Manchester 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 Transpennine Express Duration

2h 18m

Cheapest Transpennine Express Price

£43

Transpennine Express frequency

6 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

Learn more about Transpennine Express

Complete guide to Gateshead

Things to do in Gateshead

Discover the best of Gateshead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gateshead trip today.

Must visit

BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art

Bold contemporary art gallery in a converted mill on the Quayside. Visit for changing exhibitions, river views and a strong modern arts programme.

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Must visit

Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

Living history museum with reconstructed streets, trams and costumed interpreters. It offers an immersive look at everyday life in north-east England.

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Recommended

Shipley Art Gallery

Industrial heritage museum beside the River Tyne, with a preserved beam engine and displays on engineering, power and local industry.

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Pound sterling (£)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Manchester to Gateshead train

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.

The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Gateshead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £54.

The train journey from Manchester to Gateshead covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 2h 18m. Trains run 8 per day.

The train distance from Manchester to Gateshead is 170 km.

The first train from Manchester to Gateshead leaves at 0:12.

The last train from Manchester to Gateshead departs at 22:33.

Trains from Manchester to Gateshead run approximately 8 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Gateshead.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Gateshead.

There is no night train service from Manchester to Gateshead.

The train station in Manchester that goes to Gateshead is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Metro Centre (MCE).

Booking trains from Manchester to Gateshead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Manchester to Gateshead offers some picturesque views, particularly as it passes through the scenic landscapes of the Pennines and the lush countryside of Northumberland, providing a pleasant visual experience during the trip.

Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Gateshead.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Gateshead

Most Manchester to Gateshead trains use the Manchester Airport to Metro Centre station pair. 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.

Departure train stations in Manchester

Arrival train stations in Gateshead

Which Manchester station do trains to Gateshead leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Gateshead leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

Manchester Airport train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.

Tickets and information

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.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

More about Manchester Airport

Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre

TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min

Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min

T1 · 10m

X43 · 29m · every ~1 min

TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester Victoria 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.