What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to North Shields is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Dundee to North Shields is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Nile Street via Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Dundee to North Shields?

The distance between Dundee and North Shields is 190 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dundee to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Dundee to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Dundee to North Shields?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dundee to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to North Shields bus from?

Dundee to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to North Shields train from?

Dundee to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to North Shields?

The best way to get from Dundee to North Shields is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Dundee to North Shields bus arrive?

Dundee to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Dundee to North Shields train arrive?

Dundee to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dundee to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to North Shields is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Dundee to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2030+ hotels available in North Shields.

Dundee to North Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to North Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 37m
£60–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
5h 19m
£18–30
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to North Shieldscar 168.3 mi
3h 18m
£41–59
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Cupar to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
5h 16m

Dundee to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.5 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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