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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at South Shields via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to South Shields?

The distance between Kilmarnock and South Shields is 162 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 4m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Kilmarnock to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to South Shields?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 4m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to South Shields bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to South Shields train arrive?

Kilmarnock to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to South Shields is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kilmarnock to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1945+ hotels available in South Shields.

Kilmarnock to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to South Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 4m
£62–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 55m
£27–45
Drive 156.5 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to South Shieldscar 156.5 mi
3h 9m
£39–55
Train, fly, subway
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
3. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway
5h 57m
£67–192
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 55m
£58–144

Kilmarnock to South Shields by train and subway

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to South Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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