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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Alston is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Alston is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Alston station. However, there are services departing from Bents Park and arriving at Station Yard via Eldon Square Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from South Shields to Alston?

The distance between South Shields and Alston is 57 miles. The road distance is 54.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Alston without a car is to subway and train and line 691 bus which takes 3h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from South Shields to Alston, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Eldon Square Bus Station.

Where does the South Shields to Alston bus arrive?

South Shields to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Alston is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from South Shields to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 423+ hotels available in Alston.

South Shields to Alston - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 691 bus

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

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Subway, train, line 691 bus
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Hexhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Yardbus 691
3h 21m
Drive 54.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Alstoncar 54.5 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Bus, line 691 bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Yardbus 691
3h 40m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Hexhamtrain Newcastle - Hexham / ...
2. Take the bus from Wentworth car park to Hendersons Garagebus 889
3h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wentworth car park to Hendersons Garagebus 889
4h 4m

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Bents Park to Station Yard via Haymarket St Mary's Place, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 40m.

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