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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to South Shields is to train and bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to South Shields is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Grantham to South Shields?

The distance between Grantham and South Shields is 173 miles. The road distance is 167 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Grantham to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Grantham to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grantham to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to South Shields is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Grantham to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1945+ hotels available in South Shields.

Grantham to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2h 28m
£57–81
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Interchangebus 436
5h 27m
£36–81
Drive 166 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to South Shieldscar 166 mi
2h 48m
£41–59
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Grantham to Sheffieldtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 41m
£103–151

Grantham to South Shields by train and subway

108Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Grantham, England and South Shields, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Grantham to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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