What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields is to bus which costs £30 - £140 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields is to fly and subway which takes 3h 19m and costs £55 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington Station and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington Station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Warwick Avenue and arriving at Interchange via Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington Station and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington Station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at South Shields via King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

The distance between London Paddington Station and South Shields is 282 miles. The road distance is 276.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to South Shields bus from?

London Paddington Station to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to South Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the London Paddington Station to South Shields bus arrive?

London Paddington Station to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the London Paddington Station to South Shields train arrive?

London Paddington Station to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from London Paddington Station to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington Station to South Shields is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from London Paddington Station to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1943+ hotels available in South Shields.

London Paddington Station to South Shields - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from London Paddington Station to South Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£93–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 48m
£32–132
Drive 274.9 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington Station to South Shieldscar 274.9 mi
4h 46m
£67–96
Fly to Newcastle, subway
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway
3h 19m
£58–270
Line 46 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bishops Bridge Road / Little Venice to King's Cross St. Pancras stationbus 46
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
6h 19m
£74–125
Fly 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 Newcastletrain
5h 5m
£113–376

London Paddington Station to South Shields by subway and train

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Distance: 280.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between London Paddington Station, England and South Shields, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 15m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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