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

The cheapest way to get from Alston to South Shields is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alston to South Shields is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Station Yard Workshops and arriving at Transport Hub via Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Alston to South Shields?

The distance between Alston and South Shields is 57 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alston to South Shields without a car is to line 691 bus and train and subway which takes 2h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Alston to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to South Shields bus from?

Alston to South Shields bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Station Yard Workshops.

Where does the Alston to South Shields bus arrive?

Alston to South Shields bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alston to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to South Shields is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Alston to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1942+ hotels available in South Shields.

Alston to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, line 691 bus, and subway

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

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Line 691 bus, train, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Station Yard Workshops to Bus Stationbus 691
2. Take the train from Hexham to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 25m
Drive 55 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to South Shieldscar 55 mi
1h 7m
£14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Wentworth car parkbus 889
2. Take the train from Hexham to Newcastletrain Hexham - Newcastle / ...
2h 57m
Line 691 bus, line 685 bus, line 307 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Yard Workshops to Bus Stationbus 691
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 307
3h 8m
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Wentworth car parkbus 889
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central Stn Clayton Stbus 10
3h 32m

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Station Yard Workshops to Transport Hub via Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 3h 8m.

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