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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to South Shields is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Dundee to South Shields?

The distance between Dundee and South Shields is 193 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to South Shields without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Dundee to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Dundee to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to South Shields is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Dundee to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1929+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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

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Train via Edinburgh
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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 36m
£44–122
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Overgate to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
2. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
6h 10m
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to South Shieldscar 171.9 mi
3h 25m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cupar to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
4h 39m
£78–121

Dundee to South Shields by train and subway

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dundee to South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 36m.

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