What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Shildon?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Shildon is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Shildon?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Shildon is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Shildon?

The distance between Birmingham and Shildon is 180 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Shildon without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Shildon?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Birmingham to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Shildon bus from?

Birmingham to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Shildon train from?

Birmingham to Shildon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Shildon?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Birmingham to Shildon bus arrive?

Birmingham to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Shildon train arrive?

Birmingham to Shildon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Shildon is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Birmingham to Shildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Shildon?

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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Birmingham to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Shildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£97–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
6h 38m
£38–92
Drive 173 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Shildoncar 173 mi
3h
£43–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
5h 30m
£53–93

Birmingham to Shildon by train

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Shildon, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Shildon via Manchester Central Coach Station, Dolphin Centre, and Darlington in around 6h 38m.

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