What is the cheapest way to get from Shildon to London?

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to London is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shildon to London?

The fastest way to get from Shildon to London is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and London?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to London. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at King's Cross via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Shildon to London?

The distance between Shildon and London is 242 miles. The road distance is 249.4 miles.

How do I travel from Shildon to London without a car?

The best way to get from Shildon to London without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Shildon to London?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Shildon to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to London train from?

Shildon to London train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Shildon to London train arrive?

Shildon to London train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Shildon to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to London is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Shildon to London.

How do I get a train ticket from Shildon to London?

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Shildon to London - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Shildon to London by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to King's Crosstrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 12m
£84–126
Drive 247.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shildon to Londoncar 247.9 mi
4h 22m
£61–88
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
4h 5m
£73–303
Train via Eaglescliffe
1. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to King's Crosstrain Sunderland - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 24m
£72–123
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
5h 15m
£128–298
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
5h 55m
£112–359

Shildon to London by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Shildon, England and London, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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