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The cheapest and fastest trains from Redcar to Gateshead
Showing times and prices for 15 Jun
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
52 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redcar to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redcar to Gateshead will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
Of the 37 trains that leave Redcar for Gateshead every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
6:241h27Redcar7:51Gateshead£91One-way0 changes
6:551h50Redcar8:45Gateshead£281One-way1 change- 20:181h34Redcar21:52Gateshead£281One-way1 change
- 20:121h17Redcar21:29Gateshead£481One-way1 change
- 22:012h48Redcar0:49Gateshead£571One-way1 change
- 20:121h17Redcar21:29Gateshead£481One-way1 change
- 20:401h18Redcar21:58Gateshead£751One-way1 change
- 8:131h19Redcar9:32Gateshead£751One-way1 change
- 9:131h19Redcar10:32Gateshead£751One-way1 change
- 10:131h19Redcar11:32Gateshead£751One-way1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redcar to Gateshead
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Trains from Redcar to Gateshead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 46m.
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 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Redcar to Gateshead trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Redcar 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
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£28
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
23 a day
FAQs: Redcar to Gateshead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redcar 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 Redcar to Gateshead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Redcar to Gateshead covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Redcar to Gateshead is 52 km.
The first train from Redcar to Gateshead leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Redcar to Gateshead departs at 21:39.
Trains from Redcar to Gateshead run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Redcar to Gateshead.
Yes, there is a direct train between Redcar and Gateshead. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
To travel from Redcar to Gateshead, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Redcar to Gateshead.
The train station in Redcar that goes to Gateshead is Redcar Central (RCC), and it arrives at Metro Centre (MCE).
The cheapest way to get from Redcar to Gateshead is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Redcar 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 Redcar to Gateshead offers scenic views, particularly as it travels along the coastline near Redcar and through the picturesque landscapes of County Durham, providing passengers with glimpses of natural beauty and historic towns.
Yes, a day trip from Redcar to Gateshead is feasible as the journey takes 1h 46m and the distance is 52 km. Trains run 10 times per day.
To fully experience Gateshead, including its cultural attractions like the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and the iconic Angel of the North, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Redcar to Gateshead.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Redcar and Gateshead
Redcar
Gateshead
The major train station for departures in Redcar is Redcar Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Redcar Central for your trip from Redcar to Gateshead.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access onto both platforms is possible via level crossing. However, level access transfer between each platform is approximately 1/2 mile and can take 30 minutes as the only other way between both platforms is via steps and a bridge. The car park is adjacent to platform 1.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Redcar Central
- Onward travel information: Bus stop at front of station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Westdyke road - near the official bus stop
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Platform 1 is via pub car park, access to Platform 2 is under bridge and up ramps which are quite steep.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Redcar East
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop underneath the railway bridge, station side for Saltburn, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
The major train station for arrivals in Gateshead is Metro Centre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Metro Centre for your journey to Gateshead from Redcar.
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.
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
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