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

The cheapest way to get from Ashington to South Shields is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashington to South Shields is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct train between Ashington and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Ashington to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Ashington and arriving at South Shields via Northumberland Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Ashington to South Shields?

The distance between Ashington and South Shields is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashington to South Shields without a car is to train and subway and ferry which takes 1h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Ashington to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Ashington to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ashington station.

Where does the Ashington to South Shields train arrive?

Ashington to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Northumberland Park (Tyne & Wear) station.

Can I drive from Ashington to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashington to South Shields is 20 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Ashington to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1933+ hotels available in South Shields.

Ashington to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashington to South Shields by train, subway, ferry, car, or taxi

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Train, subway, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ashington to Northumberland Park (Tyne & Wear)train
2. Take the subway from Northumberland Park to North Shieldssubway Yel
3. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
1h 11m
Drive 19.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashington to South Shieldscar 19.8 mi
28 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashington to South Shieldstaxi 19.8 mi
28 min
£90–110
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Ashington to Northumberland Park (Tyne & Wear)train Ashington - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the subway from Northumberland Park to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 15m
£8–13

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Ashington, Northumberland, England and South Shields, England?

There is no direct connection from Ashington to South Shields. However, you can take the train to Northumberland Park (Tyne & Wear), walk to Northumberland Park, take the subway to North Shields, walk to North Shields Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to South Shields Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can drive from Ashington to South Shields in around 28 min.

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