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

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to South Shields is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to South Shields is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Alnwick and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Alnwick to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Alnmouth and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Alnwick to South Shields?

The distance between Alnwick and South Shields is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alnwick to South Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 3m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Alnwick to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Alnwick to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Alnmouth station.

Where does the Alnwick to South Shields train arrive?

Alnwick to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to South Shields is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Alnwick to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1939+ hotels available in South Shields.

Alnwick to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Alnwick to South Shields by train, subway, bus, ferry, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 3m
£25–41
Drive 39.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alnwick to South Shieldscar 39.7 mi
46 min
£10–15
Bus, line 301 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Transport Hubbus 301
3. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2h 34m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alnwick to South Shieldstaxi 39.7 mi
46 min
£170–210
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the subway from St James to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 41m
£10–15

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Distance: 48.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Alnwick, England and South Shields, England?

There is no direct connection from Alnwick to South Shields. However, you can take the taxi to Alnmouth, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to South Shields. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retail Park to South Shields Ferry Terminal via Newcastle Coach Station, Central Stn Clayton St, Transport Hub, and North Shields Ferry Terminal in around 2h 34m.

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