What is the cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Bowness-on-Solway and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Kings Arms and arriving at Transport Hub via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields?

The distance between Bowness-on-Solway and South Shields is 86 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields without a car is to line 93 bus and train which takes 3h 10m and costs £25 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields bus from?

Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Shoulder of Mutton station.

Where does the Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields bus arrive?

Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1945+ hotels available in South Shields.

Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 93 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Arms to Bus Stationbus 93
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 10m
£25–52
Drive 83.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shieldscar 83.7 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Bus, line 685 bus, line 307 bus
1. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 307
5h 36m
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Bowness-on-Solway to Annantaxi
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 16m
£95–142

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Distance: 85.7 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Bowness-on-Solway, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Kings Arms to Transport Hub via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 36m.

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