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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Birtley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Birtley is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Birtley. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Mount Pleasant Road-Grove View via Galleries Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from South Shields to Birtley?

The distance between South Shields and Birtley is 14 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Birtley without a car is to subway and line 21 bus which takes 51 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from South Shields to Birtley, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Birtley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Birtley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from South Shields to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2171+ hotels available in Birtley.

South Shields to Birtley - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Birtley by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Gatesheadsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
51 min
Drive 10.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Birtleycar 10.3 mi
16 min
£3–4
Line 50 bus, line 82 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Galleries Bus Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Galleries Bus Station to Mount Pleasant Road-Grove Viewbus 81 / ...
1h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Birtleytaxi 10.3 mi
16 min
£22–27

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Birtley, Gateshead, England?

You can take a bus from Interchange to Mount Pleasant Road-Grove View via Galleries Bus Station in around 1h 31m.

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