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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to North Shields is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Albion Road - Upper Camden Street via Central Stn Clayton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and North Shields?

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

How far is it from Glasgow to North Shields?

The distance between Glasgow and North Shields is 178 miles. The road distance is 156.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Glasgow to North Shields, including transfers.

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

Glasgow to North Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

Glasgow to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to North Shields?

The best way to get from Glasgow to North Shields is to train which takes 3h and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 301 bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Glasgow to North Shields bus arrive?

Glasgow to North Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Glasgow to North Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to North Shields is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Glasgow to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2033+ hotels available in North Shields.

Glasgow to North Shields - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 301 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Glasgow to North Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h
£45–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 4m
£18–30
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
5h 2m
Drive 155.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to North Shieldscar 155.3 mi
2h 51m
£38–55
Fly from Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
4h 40m
£56–173
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
5h 58m
£41–172

Glasgow to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Albion Road - Upper Camden Street via Newcastle Coach Station and Central Stn Clayton St in around 5h 2m.

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