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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to South Shields is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at South Shields via Grantham and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Skegness to South Shields?

The distance between Skegness and South Shields is 231 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Skegness to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Skegness to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Where does the Skegness to South Shields train arrive?

Skegness to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to South Shields is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Skegness to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1949+ hotels available in South Shields.

Skegness to South Shields - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 56 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain Skegness - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Grantham to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 35m
£86–127
Drive 177 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skegness to South Shieldscar 177 mi
3h 33m
£44–63
Line 56 bus, bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchange Shelterbus 56
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus 56
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain
5. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
7h 16m
£97–149

Skegness to South Shields by train and subway

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4h 35mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to South Shields via Grantham, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 35m.

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