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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields is to train and subway via Edinburgh Waverley which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields is to train and subway which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to South Shields?

The distance between Edinburgh and South Shields is 134 miles. The road distance is 114.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Edinburgh to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to South Shields train arrive?

Edinburgh to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to South Shields is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1916+ hotels available in South Shields.

Edinburgh to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 51m
£32–85
Train, subway via Edinburgh Waverley
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 56m
£25–40
Bus, line 301 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Transport Hubbus 301
3. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
3h 53m
Drive 114.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to South Shieldscar 114.1 mi
2h 26m
£29–41

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Distance: 133.4 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to South Shields. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to South Shields. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to South Shields Ferry Terminal via John Dobson Street, Monument Market Street, Transport Hub, and North Shields Ferry Terminal in around 3h 53m.

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