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 which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 19m.

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 42m 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 Cardiff North Road and arriving at Transport Hub via Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

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 Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South Shields?

The distance between Cardiff and South Shields is 427 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 London which takes 5h 32m and costs £150 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Cardiff to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 London which takes 5h 32m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to South Shields train arrive?

Cardiff to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington 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 1896+ 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, or subway

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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 32m
£157–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 19m
£35–60
Drive 307.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Shieldscar 307.1 mi
5h 21m
£76–110
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 Haymarket to South Shieldssubway
4h 42m
£46–122
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 27m
£175–245
Train #2
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
7h 41m
£120–212
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 26m
£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 35m
£93–253

Cardiff to South Shields by train and subway

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.5 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 32m. 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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