What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to North Shields is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to North Shields is to train and fly which takes 4h 32m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Nile Street via Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at North Shields via Paddington, King's Cross and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to North Shields?

The distance between Cardiff and North Shields is 424 miles. The road distance is 310.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to North Shields without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 36m and costs £150 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to North Shields?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cardiff to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to North Shields bus from?

Cardiff to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to North Shields train from?

Cardiff to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to North Shields?

The best way to get from Cardiff to North Shields is to train via London which takes 5h 36m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Cardiff to North Shields bus arrive?

Cardiff to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Cardiff to North Shields train arrive?

Cardiff to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to North Shields is 311 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Cardiff to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1973+ hotels available in North Shields.

Cardiff to North Shields - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to North Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 36m
£157–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 18m
£35–60
Drive 309 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to North Shieldscar 309 mi
5h 25m
£76–110
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 32m
£46–122
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 39m
£175–245
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 8m
£174–261
Train #3
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
8h 28m
£119–208
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 17m
£123–402
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 39m
£93–253

Cardiff to North Shields by train, subway, and foot

191Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

£157Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to North Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Monument in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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