What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to Birtley?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Birtley is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to Birtley?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Birtley is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from Albion Road-Sidney Street and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from North Shields to Birtley?

The distance between North Shields and Birtley is 18 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

How do I travel from North Shields to Birtley without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to Birtley without a car is to subway and line 21 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from North Shields to Birtley?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from North Shields to Birtley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Birtley bus from?

North Shields to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Albion Road-Sidney Street station.

Where does the North Shields to Birtley bus arrive?

North Shields to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Interchange station.

Can I drive from North Shields to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Birtley is 12 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from North Shields to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2166+ hotels available in Birtley.

North Shields to Birtley - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from North Shields to Birtley by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the subway from North Shields to Gatesheadsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
1h 5m
Drive 11.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from North Shields to Birtleycar 11.7 mi
17 min
£3–5
Line 301 bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Interchangebus 301
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
1h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Shields to Birtleytaxi 11.7 mi
17 min
£25–30

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between North Shields, England and Birtley, Gateshead, England?

You can take a bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Durham Road-Fire Station via Interchange in around 1h 26m.

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