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

The cheapest way to get from Inverkeithing to South Shields is to bus and train which costs £25 - £50 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverkeithing to South Shields is to train and subway which takes 2h 37m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Inverkeithing and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverkeithing to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Civic Centre and arriving at Transport Hub via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Inverkeithing and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Inverkeithing to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Inverkeithing and arriving at South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Inverkeithing to South Shields?

The distance between Inverkeithing and South Shields is 147 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverkeithing to South Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 37m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Inverkeithing to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Inverkeithing to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

Inverkeithing to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverkeithing station.

Where does the Inverkeithing to South Shields bus arrive?

Inverkeithing to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Inverkeithing to South Shields train arrive?

Inverkeithing to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Inverkeithing to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverkeithing to South Shields is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Inverkeithing to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1900+ hotels available in South Shields.

Inverkeithing to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 37m
£40–109
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Civic Centre to Bus Stationbus X58
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3h 53m
£25–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Transport Hubbus 301
4h 58m
Drive 129.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverkeithing to South Shieldscar 129.2 mi
2h 38m
£32–46

Inverkeithing to South Shields by train and subway

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Inverkeithing, Scotland and South Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Civic Centre to Transport Hub via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 4h 58m.

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