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

The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to South Shields is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grimsby to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Grimsby and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Grimsby Town and arriving at South Shields via Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Grimsby to South Shields?

The distance between Grimsby and South Shields is 172 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grimsby to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Grimsby to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Grimsby to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.

Where does the Grimsby to South Shields train arrive?

Grimsby to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Grimsby to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Grimsby to South Shields is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Grimsby to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1950+ hotels available in South Shields.

Grimsby to South Shields - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 250 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Grimsby to South Shields by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Doncastertrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 18m
£49–119
Drive 144.2 mi
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1. Drive from Grimsby to South Shieldscar 144.2 mi
2h 42m
£35–51
Line 250 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riverhead Exchange to Railway Stationbus 250
2. Take the train from Hull to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Sunderlandtrain
6h 54m
£48–82

Grimsby to South Shields by bus and train

43Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Grimsby Town to South Shields via Doncaster, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 18m.

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