What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to South Shields?

The distance between Aberdeen and South Shields is 263 miles. The road distance is 237.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to South Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Aberdeen to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to South Shields train from?

Aberdeen to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or fly from Aberdeen to South Shields?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to South Shields is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £95 - £250 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Aberdeen to South Shields train arrive?

Aberdeen to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to South Shields is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Aberdeen to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1946+ hotels available in South Shields.

Aberdeen to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to South Shields by train, bus, ferry, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 29m
£60–167
Drive 235.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdeen to South Shieldscar 235.7 mi
4h 30m
£59–84
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
2. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
7h 35m
Fly
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Newcastle (NCL)plane ABZ - NCL
6h 8m
£98–247
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 37m
£89–167

Aberdeen to South Shields by train and subway

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.4 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, KLM, British Airways, and easyJet fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Newcastle (NCL) every 4 hours.

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