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

The cheapest way to get from Lichfield to South Shields is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lichfield to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Lichfield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Lichfield station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Moor Street Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Lichfield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Lichfield City and arriving at South Shields via Birmingham New Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Lichfield to South Shields?

The distance between Lichfield and South Shields is 233 miles. The road distance is 188.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lichfield to South Shields without a car is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Lichfield to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Lichfield to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Lichfield to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Lichfield to South Shields?

The best way to get from Lichfield to South Shields is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 13m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £190 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Lichfield to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lichfield to South Shields train arrive?

Lichfield to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Lichfield to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Lichfield to South Shields is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Lichfield to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1932+ hotels available in South Shields.

Lichfield to South Shields - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lichfield to South Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham New Street
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 47m
£99–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchangebus 133
8h 13m
£37–58
Drive 187.1 mi
1. Drive from Lichfield to South Shieldscar 187.1 mi
3h 8m
£47–68
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BHX - NCL
6h 12m
£75–189
Train
1. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 26m
£90–141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clarke Streetbus 828 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain
9h 19m

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 231.9 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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