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 6m.

How far is it from Amble to South Shields?

The distance between Amble and South Shields is 51 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 train and subway via Alnmouth which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m 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 Cross Country, depart from Alnmouth station.

Where does the Amble to South Shields train arrive?

Amble to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, 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 1910+ hotels available in South Shields.

Amble to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 327 bus

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

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Train, subway via Alnmouth
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 6m
£27–47
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amble to South Shieldscar 31.7 mi
39 min
£8–12
Train, line 327 bus
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station Bewick Street to Dfds Ferry Terminalbus 327
2h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Amble to South Shieldstaxi 31.7 mi
39 min
£65–85
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Acklington to Newcastletrain Northumberland
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 20m

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Distance: 50.3 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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 Alnmouth, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to South Shields. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Amble to Dfds Ferry Terminal via Alnmouth, Newcastle, and Central Station Bewick Street in around 2h.

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