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 via Leeds which costs £13 - £60 and takes 4h 34m.

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 Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

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 National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 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 via Leeds, which costs £13 - £60 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Sheffield to South Shields bus arrive?

Sheffield to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach 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 1945+ hotels available in South Shields.

Sheffield to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 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
£73–103
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
4h 34m
£14–60
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to South Shieldscar 130.7 mi
2h 16m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
4h 42m
£16–59

Sheffield to South Shields by train and subway

157Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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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, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Interchange in around 4h 34m.

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