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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to South Shields is to bus which costs £55 - £90 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to South Shields is to train and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at South Shields via Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Reading to South Shields?

The distance between Reading and South Shields is 318 miles. The road distance is 282.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to South Shields without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Reading to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to South Shields bus from?

Reading to South Shields bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

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

Reading to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to South Shields?

The best way to get from Reading to South Shields is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Reading to South Shields bus arrive?

Reading to South Shields bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to South Shields train arrive?

Reading to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to South Shields is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Reading to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1942+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 9 ways to get from Reading to South Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 19m
£109–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10
9h 19m
£57–88
Drive 281.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to South Shieldscar 281.3 mi
4h 56m
£69–99
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 56m
£61–279
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 13m
£166–232
Bus via Sunderland Interchange
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Sunderland Interchangebus Ukn10
9h 19m
£57–88
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 53m
£106–241
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 47m
£69–161
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 55m
£119–390

Reading to South Shields by train and subway

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Distance: 315.8 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Reading, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Reading to South Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Interchange in around 9h 19m.

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