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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to South Shields is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 14m.

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 bus between Dundee and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Transport Hub via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £50 - £150.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Dundee to South Shields?

The best way to get from Dundee to South Shields is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Dundee to South Shields bus arrive?

Dundee to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus 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 1900+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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Train via Edinburgh
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
£54–143
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 14m
£24–43
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to South Shieldscar 171.9 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Cupar to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
4h 40m
£90–140

Dundee to South Shields by train and subway

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Overgate to Transport Hub via Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 6h 14m.

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