🚌 Bus from Durham to Gateshead
4 direct routes · about 45 min · first bus 06:16, last bus 23:11 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X21 | Go North East | ~45 min | 40 | 06:16 | 23:11 | Church (E-bound) |
| X12 | Arriva North East | ~27 min | 14 | 06:00 | 19:35 | Bus Station Stand G (G) |
| N21 | Go North East | ~30 min | 4 | 00:17 | 03:17 | Howlands Park and Ride (SE-bound) |
| 21 | Go North East | ~25 min | 3 | 04:22 | 05:46 | North Road Stand A (SE-Bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Durham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Durham to Gateshead?
4 routes run directly from Durham to Gateshead: the X21 (Go North East), the X12 (Arriva North East), the N21 (Go North East), the 21 (Go North East).
How long does the bus take from Durham to Gateshead?
Around 45 minutes on the X21, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Durham to Gateshead?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X21) leaves around 06:16 and the last around 23:11. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Durham to Gateshead?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.