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

The cheapest way to get from Amble to South Shields is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Amble to South Shields is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Amble and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Amble 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 10m.

How far is it from Amble to South Shields?

The distance between Amble and South Shields is 26 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amble to South Shields without a car is to taxi and line 309 bus which takes 51 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Amble to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Amble to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Amble to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Amble to South Shields is 32 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Amble to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1945+ hotels available in South Shields.

Amble to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 309 bus

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

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Taxi, line 309 bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Amble to Bus stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Bus station to Whitley Road - Park Avenuebus 309
51 min
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amble to South Shieldscar 31.7 mi
39 min
£8–12
Train, subway via Alnmouth
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 10m
£28–49
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Amble to South Shieldstaxi 31.7 mi
39 min
£70–90
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Acklington to Newcastletrain Chathill - Newcastle
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 24m
£25–39

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

There is no direct connection from Amble to South Shields. However, you can take the taxi to Bus station then take the line 309 bus to Whitley Road - Park Avenue. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Amble to South Shields via Alnmouth, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 1h 10m.

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