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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Shields is to bus and subway which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to South Shields is to train and fly and subway which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at South Shields via Birmingham New Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South Shields?

The distance between Cardiff and South Shields is 325 miles. The road distance is 308.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Shields without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £170 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Cardiff to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Cardiff to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to South Shields?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Shields is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to South Shields bus arrive?

Cardiff to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to South Shields train arrive?

Cardiff to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to South Shields is 309 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Cardiff to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1937+ hotels available in South Shields.

Cardiff to South Shields - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromCardiff to South Shields

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to South Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 5m
£170–246
Bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway Yel
10h 40m
£39–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
9h 29m
£59–143
Drive 307.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Shieldscar 307.1 mi
5h 21m
£75–109
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, subway
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway
4h 28m
£48–128
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 23m
£181–253
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 20m
£124–397
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 27m
£98–244

Cardiff to South Shields by train and subway

102Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£170Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to South Shields.

Launch map view

Distance: 323.4 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 9h 29m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.