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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to South Shields is to bus which costs £15 - £60 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Sheffield to South Shields?

The distance between Sheffield and South Shields is 141 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Sheffield to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Sheffield to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

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

Sheffield to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to South Shields?

The best way to get from Sheffield to South Shields is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £60 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Sheffield to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to South Shields train arrive?

Sheffield to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to South Shields is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sheffield to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1924+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sheffield to South Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2h 26m
£71–101
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
4h 40m
£15–59
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to South Shieldscar 130.7 mi
2h 16m
£32–46

Sheffield to South Shields by train and subway

157Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.4 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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