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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to South Shields is to bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station which costs £11 - £27 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Nelson Street N2 and arriving at Interchange via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at South Shields via Leeds and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Halifax to South Shields?

The distance between Halifax and South Shields is 137 miles. The road distance is 106.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Halifax to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to South Shields bus from?

Halifax to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Nelson Street N2 station.

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

Halifax to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.

Train or bus from Halifax to South Shields?

The best way to get from Halifax to South Shields is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Halifax to South Shields bus arrive?

Halifax to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Halifax to South Shields train arrive?

Halifax to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Halifax to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to South Shields is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Halifax to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1941+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Leedstrain Bradford Interchange - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 8m
£41–88
Bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station
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1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
4h 38m
£12–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Interchangebus 172
4h 24m
£16–30
Drive 105.5 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to South Shieldscar 105.5 mi
2h 14m
£27–38

Halifax to South Shields by train and bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Halifax to South Shields via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Nelson Street N2 to Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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