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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Barry is to subway and fly and train which costs £45 - £140 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Barry is to subway and fly and train which takes 5h 14m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Barry?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Barry. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Barry via Newcastle and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from South Shields to Barry?

The distance between South Shields and Barry is 345 miles. The road distance is 317.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Barry without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs £140 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from South Shields to Barry, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the South Shields to Barry train arrive?

South Shields to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Barry is 317 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from South Shields to Barry.

Where can I stay near Barry?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Barry.

South Shields to Barry - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway

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There are 8 ways to get from South Shields to Barry by train, bus, car, subway, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 28m
£146–230
Subway to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to South Gosforthsubway
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barrytrain
5h 14m
£49–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 34m
£75–130
Drive 315.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Barrycar 315.2 mi
5h 39m
£79–114
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 36m
£147–236
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
12h 23m
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 23m
£125–390
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 57m
£90–246

South Shields to Barry by bus, foot, and train

68Weekly Services

10h 34mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.2 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Barry, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £140–220 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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