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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to South Shields is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Blackpool and arriving at Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at South Shields via Preston, Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Blackpool to South Shields?

The distance between Blackpool and South Shields is 179 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to South Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Blackpool to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Blackpool to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Blackpool station.

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

Blackpool to South Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to South Shields?

The best way to get from Blackpool to South Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Blackpool to South Shields bus arrive?

Blackpool to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Blackpool to South Shields train arrive?

Blackpool to South Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to South Shields is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Blackpool to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1933+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 16m
£44–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
6h 26m
£21–32
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to South Shieldscar 128.8 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 30m
£60–121
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 46m
£28–48

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to South Shields via Preston, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackpool to Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Sunderland Interchange, and Interchange in around 6h 26m.

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