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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Gateshead
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Gateshead will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Gateshead every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
06:311h35
Middlesbrough08:06Gateshead
£81One-way
0 changes
04:481h21
Middlesbrough06:09Gateshead
£81One-way
0 changes
04:481h21
Middlesbrough06:09Gateshead
£81One-way
0 changes
06:311h35
Middlesbrough08:06Gateshead
£81One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Gateshead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 49 km
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Middlesbrough to Gateshead train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:56
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:32 Middlesbrough | 1h34 | 09:06 Gateshead | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 04:48 Middlesbrough | 1h21 | 06:09 Gateshead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:31 Middlesbrough | 1h35 | 08:06 Gateshead | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Gateshead
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Gateshead run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 22:01 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express from Middlesbrough to Gateshead trainsNorthern Rail (3), CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Gateshead from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£57
first_transpennine_express frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Gateshead train
FAQs: Travel by train from Middlesbrough to Gateshead easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Middlesbrough to Gateshead.
Yes, there is a direct train between Middlesbrough and Gateshead. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train distance from Middlesbrough to Gateshead is 49 km.
To get from Middlesbrough to Gateshead, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Gateshead covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Gateshead leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Gateshead departs at 22:01.
Trains from Middlesbrough to Gateshead run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Middlesbrough to Gateshead.
Booking trains from Middlesbrough to Gateshead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Gateshead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Gateshead is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Gateshead is Middlesbrough station (MBR), and it arrives at Metro Centre (MCE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Middlesbrough to Gateshead.
Yes, you can take the train from Middlesbrough to Gateshead.
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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Gateshead
Middlesbrough
Gateshead
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Marton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Marton for your trip from Middlesbrough to Gateshead.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped access to the platforms, with a dropped kerb from the car park onto the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Marton
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop near the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off in the bus laybys on Ladgate Lane, station side for Nunthorpe, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for James Cook Hospital
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for South Bank
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Middlesbrough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Gateshead is Dunston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dunston for your journey to Gateshead from Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dunston
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop a few minutes away from the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on bridge.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Heworth
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Metro Centre
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
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