What is the cheapest way to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead Interchange and South Shields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Fowler Street - Town Hall. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct ferry between Gateshead Interchange and South Shields?

No, there is no direct ferry from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields. However, there are services departing from North Shields Ferry Terminal and arriving at South Shields Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead Interchange and South Shields?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gateshead and arriving at South Shields. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields?

The distance between Gateshead Interchange and South Shields is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields without a car is to subway which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields?

The subway from Gateshead to South Shields takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gateshead Interchange to South Shields bus from?

Gateshead Interchange to South Shields bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead Interchange to South Shields train from?

Gateshead Interchange to South Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Gateshead station.

Where does the Gateshead Interchange to South Shields bus arrive?

Gateshead Interchange to South Shields bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Fowler Street - Town Hall station.

Where does the Gateshead Interchange to South Shields train arrive?

Gateshead Interchange to South Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at South Shields station.

Can I drive from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead Interchange to South Shields is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1916+ hotels available in South Shields.

Gateshead Interchange to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via subway, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Gateshead Interchange to South Shields by subway, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gateshead to South Shieldssubway Yel
25 min
£4–5
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gateshead Interchange to South Shieldscar 9.6 mi
17 min
£3–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
27 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Fowler Street - Town Hallbus 27
1h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gateshead Interchange to South Shieldstaxi 9.6 mi
17 min
£45–60

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Gateshead Interchange, England and South Shields, England?

Nexus Metro operates a subway from Gateshead to South Shields every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Nexus Ferry operates a ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminal every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 7 min.

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