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

The cheapest way to get from Morpeth to South Shields is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Morpeth to South Shields is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Morpeth and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Morpeth to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Morpeth and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Morpeth to South Shields?

The distance between Morpeth and South Shields is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Morpeth to South Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Morpeth to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Morpeth to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Morpeth station.

Where does the Morpeth to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Morpeth to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Morpeth to South Shields is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Morpeth to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1940+ hotels available in South Shields.

Morpeth to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Morpeth to South Shields by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Morpeth to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
45 min
£7–16
Train, subway via Morpeth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Morpeth to Newcastletrain Northumberland
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
53 min
£4–10
Drive 21.1 mi
1. Drive from Morpeth to South Shieldscar 21.1 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Morpeth to South Shieldstaxi 21.1 mi
28 min
£45–60

Morpeth to South Shields by train and subway

264Weekly Services

45 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Morpeth, Northumberland, England and South Shields, England?

There is no direct connection from Morpeth to South Shields. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to South Shields. Alternatively, you can drive from Morpeth to South Shields in around 28 min.

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