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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to South Shields is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at South Shields via York and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Burnley to South Shields?

The distance between Burnley and South Shields is 154 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Burnley to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Burnley to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Where does the Burnley to South Shields train arrive?

Burnley to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Burnley to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to South Shields is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Burnley to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1939+ hotels available in South Shields.

Burnley to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, line 591 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to South Shields by train, bus, subway, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 2m
£48–98
Drive 108.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to South Shieldscar 108.2 mi
2h 13m
£27–39
Line 591 bus, bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
3. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway Yel
7h 16m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 24m
£47–98

Burnley to South Shields by train and subway

109Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to South Shields via York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 2m.

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