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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to South Shields is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Liverpool to South Shields?

The distance between Liverpool and South Shields is 194 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Liverpool to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Liverpool to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or fly from Liverpool to South Shields?

The best way to get from Liverpool to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Liverpool to South Shields train arrive?

Liverpool to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to South Shields is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Liverpool to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1895+ hotels available in South Shields.

Liverpool to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to South Shields by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 2m
£56–93
Drive 154.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to South Shieldscar 154.9 mi
3h 6m
£39–56
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 9m
£76–155
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
6h 25m
£71–194

Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) twice daily.

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