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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Shields is to train and fly and subway which costs £50 - £130 and takes 4h 32m.

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 32m and costs £50 - £130.

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 Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South Shields?

The distance between Cardiff and South Shields is 339 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 which takes 6h 22m and costs £150 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Cardiff to South Shields, including transfers.

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.

Where does the Cardiff to South Shields train arrive?

Cardiff to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle 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 1916+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 22m
£150–218
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, subway
cheapest
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 Haymarket to South Shieldssubway
4h 32m
£50–127
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
8h 44m
£76–126
Drive 307.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Shieldscar 307.1 mi
5h 21m
£77–111
Train via Bristol
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
£145–230
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
10h 38m
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 24m
£126–404
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 29m
£87–242

Cardiff to South Shields by train, foot, and bus

70Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £140–220 and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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