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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Aviemore is to train and bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Aviemore is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Aviemore via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from South Shields to Aviemore?

The distance between South Shields and Aviemore is 286 miles. The road distance is 243.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Aviemore without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from South Shields to Aviemore, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Aviemore train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the South Shields to Aviemore train arrive?

South Shields to Aviemore train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aviemore station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Aviemore is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from South Shields to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 484+ hotels available in Aviemore.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Aviemore by train, bus, car, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Aviemoretrain London Kings Cross - Inverness / ...
5h 48m
£64–135
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
7h 32m
£37–59
Drive 242.5 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Aviemorecar 242.5 mi
4h 42m
£61–89
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stationbus
8h 42m

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Distance: 284.5 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Aviemore, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Aviemore once daily. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 4h 22m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week.

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