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

The cheapest way to get from Roker to South Shields is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roker to South Shields is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Roker and South Shields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle Road-Crozier Street and arriving at Interchange. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Roker and South Shields?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stadium Of Light and arriving at Brockley Whins. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Roker to South Shields?

The distance between Roker and South Shields is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roker to South Shields without a car is to subway which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £5.

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

The subway from Stadium Of Light to Brockley Whins takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Roker to South Shields bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Newcastle Road-Crozier Street station.

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

Roker to South Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Stadium Of Light station.

Where does the Roker to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Roker to South Shields train arrive?

Roker to South Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Brockley Whins station.

Can I drive from Roker to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Roker to South Shields is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Roker to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1942+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 5 ways to get from Roker to South Shields by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Stadium Of Light to Brockley Whinssubway Grn
26 min
£4–5
Drive 6.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roker to South Shieldscar 6.8 mi
15 min
£2–3
Line 24 bus via Newcastle Road-Crozier Street
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Road-Crozier Street to Interchangebus 24
44 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roker to South Shieldstaxi 6.8 mi
15 min
£35–45
Line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Road-Newbridge Avenue to Fowler Street - Town Hallbus 24
43 min

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Distance: 5.3 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Nexus Metro operates a subway from Stadium Of Light to Brockley Whins every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Go North East operates a bus from Newcastle Road-Crozier Street to Interchange every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min.

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