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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to North Shields is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to North Shields is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Galashiels Transport Interchange and arriving at Nile Street via Jedburgh Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Galashiels to North Shields?

The distance between Galashiels and North Shields is 164 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Galashiels to North Shields, including transfers.

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

Galashiels to North Shields bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

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

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to North Shields?

The best way to get from Galashiels to North Shields is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 68 bus and bus and line 301 bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Galashiels to North Shields bus arrive?

Galashiels to North Shields bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Jedburgh Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to North Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to North Shields is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Galashiels to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2014+ hotels available in North Shields.

Galashiels to North Shields - 3 ways to travel via train, line 68 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Galashiels to North Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 4m
£45–105
Drive 80.4 mi
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1. Drive from Galashiels to North Shieldscar 80.4 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Line 68 bus, bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Jedburgh Bus Stationbus 68
2. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X74
3. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Nile Streetbus 301
4h 39m

Galashiels to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Nile Street via Jedburgh Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Monument Market Street in around 4h 39m.

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