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

The cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to South Shields is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rutherglen to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherglen and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherglen to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Mill Street and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rutherglen and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Rutherglen to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Rutherglen and arriving at South Shields via Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Rutherglen to South Shields?

The distance between Rutherglen and South Shields is 183 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rutherglen to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Rutherglen to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Rutherglen to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

Rutherglen to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Rutherglen to South Shields?

The best way to get from Rutherglen to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Rutherglen to South Shields bus arrive?

Rutherglen to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Rutherglen to South Shields train arrive?

Rutherglen to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Rutherglen to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherglen to South Shields is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Rutherglen to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1952+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rutherglen to South Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 2m
£50–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 15m
£22–39
Drive 156.7 mi
1. Drive from Rutherglen to South Shieldscar 156.7 mi
2h 51m
£39–55
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
5h 4m
£57–175
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the subway from St James to South Shieldssubway Yel
7h 3m
£32–78

Rutherglen to South Shields by train and subway

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Distance: 182 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Rutherglen, Scotland and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Rutherglen to South Shields via Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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