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

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to South Shields is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Cumnock and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Cumnock to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Auchinleck and arriving at South Shields via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Cumnock to South Shields?

The distance between Cumnock and South Shields is 150 miles. The road distance is 142.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumnock to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Cumnock to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Cumnock to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Auchinleck station.

Where does the Cumnock to South Shields train arrive?

Cumnock to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Cumnock to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to South Shields is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cumnock to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1946+ hotels available in South Shields.

Cumnock to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 3m
£55–98
Drive 141.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumnock to South Shieldscar 141.4 mi
2h 50m
£35–51
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
3. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
8h 33m
Line 76 bus, bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X76 / ...
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain
4. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
5h 55m
£52–133

Cumnock to South Shields by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Cumnock, Scotland and South Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to South Shields via Well Road, Auchinleck, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 3m.

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