What is the cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

The cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

The fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between King's Cross Station and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from King's Cross Station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at King William via Eldon Square Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between King's Cross Station and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from King's Cross Station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

The distance between King's Cross Station and Shildon is 242 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

How do I travel from King's Cross Station to Shildon without a car?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Shildon bus from?

King's Cross Station to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Shildon train from?

King's Cross Station to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Shildon bus arrive?

King's Cross Station to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Shildon train arrive?

King's Cross Station to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between King's Cross Station to Shildon is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from King's Cross Station to Shildon.

How do I get a train ticket from King's Cross Station to Shildon?

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King's Cross Station to Shildon - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from King's Cross Station to Shildon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 31m
£83–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
8h 52m
£33–72
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from King's Cross Station to Shildoncar 245.1 mi
4h 22m
£60–86
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Shildontrain
5h 14m
£77–328
Train via Eaglescliffe
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Eaglescliffetrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
2. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Shildontrain Saltburn - Bishop Auckland / ...
4h 2m
£72–116
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Darlingtontrain
6h 56m
£116–391
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 10m
£129–316
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
7h 6m
£140–451
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 43m
£150–441

King's Cross Station to Shildon by train

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between King's Cross Station, England and Shildon, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £80–110 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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