The average bus between South Shields and Shildon takes 3h 50m and the fastest bus takes 2h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from South Shields to Shildon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between South Shields and Shildon. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Shildon at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Front Street and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Shildon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Shildon. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Shildon station via Front Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
South Shields to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.
South Shields to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at High Street station.
The distance between South Shields and Shildon is 42.7 km. The road distance is 62 km.
You can take a bus from Interchange to King William via Front Street and High Street in around 3h 7m.