What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Newgate Street and arriving at King William via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Shildon is 45 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £13 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Newcastle Newgate Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £13 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon?

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Shildontrain Darlington - Bishop Auckland / ...
1h 32m
£14–29
Drive 27.7 mi
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1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildoncar 27.7 mi
41 min
£7–10
Bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to High Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from High Street to King Williambus 99
2h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildontaxi 27.7 mi
41 min
£120–150

Newcastle upon Tyne to Shildon by train

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Distance: 44.5 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Shildon, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Shildon via Darlington in around 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to King William via High Street in around 2h 11m.

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