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

The cheapest way to get from Driffield to South Shields is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Driffield to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Driffield and South Shields?

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

How far is it from Driffield to South Shields?

The distance between Driffield and South Shields is 158 miles. The road distance is 99.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Driffield to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £55 - £120.

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

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

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

Driffield to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Driffield station.

Where does the Driffield to South Shields train arrive?

Driffield to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Driffield to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Driffield to South Shields is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Driffield to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1951+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Driffield to South Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Driffield to Yorktrain Bridlington - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 3m
£55–111
Drive 98.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Driffield to South Shieldscar 98.8 mi
2h 8m
£24–35
Bus, train via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Driffield George Street to Rail Stationbus X45
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
£31–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Driffield George Street to Rail Stationbus X45
2. Take the train from York to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 13m
£26–41

Driffield to South Shields by train and subway

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3h 3mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Driffield to South Shields via York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 3m.

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