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

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Dunbar is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Albion Road-Sidney Street and arriving at High Street via John Dobson Street and Waterloo Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between North Shields and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from North Shields to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from North Shields and arriving at Dunbar via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from North Shields to Dunbar?

The distance between North Shields and Dunbar is 108 miles. The road distance is 94.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from North Shields to Dunbar without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from North Shields to Dunbar, including transfers.

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

North Shields to Dunbar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Dunbar train from?

North Shields to Dunbar train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from North Shields station.

Where does the North Shields to Dunbar bus arrive?

North Shields to Dunbar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the North Shields to Dunbar train arrive?

North Shields to Dunbar train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from North Shields to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Dunbar is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from North Shields to Dunbar.

Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 235+ hotels available in Dunbar.

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There are 3 ways to get from North Shields to Dunbar by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from North Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Dunbartrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
2h 32m
£32–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to High Streetbus X7 / ...
5h 20m
£17–26
Drive 94 mi
1. Drive from North Shields to Dunbarcar 94 mi
1h 43m
£23–34

North Shields to Dunbar by subway and train

104Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between North Shields, England and Dunbar, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to High Street via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Waterloo Place in around 5h 20m.

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