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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Blackburn is to bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Mincing Lane via Sunderland Interchange, Shudehill Interchange and Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Blackburn via Newcastle and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from South Shields to Blackburn?

The distance between South Shields and Blackburn is 165 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from South Shields to Blackburn, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

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

South Shields to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Blackburn?

The best way to get from South Shields to Blackburn is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the South Shields to Blackburn bus arrive?

South Shields to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Blackburn train arrive?

South Shields to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Blackburn is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from South Shields to Blackburn.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Blackburn.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackburntrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 15m
£56–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
6h 50m
£15–26
Drive 116 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Blackburncar 116 mi
2h 23m
£29–41
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M4
7h 52m

South Shields to Blackburn by subway and train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Blackburn via Central Station, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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