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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to South Shields is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Interchange via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to South Shields?

The distance between Birkenhead and South Shields is 189 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Birkenhead to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Birkenhead to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

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

Birkenhead to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birkenhead to South Shields?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to South Shields is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Birkenhead to South Shields bus arrive?

Birkenhead to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Birkenhead to South Shields train arrive?

Birkenhead to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to South Shields is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Birkenhead to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1939+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birkenhead to South Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 30m
£57–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk930
5h 49m
£20–30
Drive 157.6 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to South Shieldscar 157.6 mi
3h 12m
£40–57
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 10m
£81–167
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Stationbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
6h 6m
£62–209

Birkenhead to South Shields by train and subway

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £20–30 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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