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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Blaydon is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Blaydon is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £70 - £85.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Blaydon?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Blaydon. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Blaydon via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from South Shields to Blaydon?

The distance between South Shields and Blaydon is 17 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Blaydon without a car is to subway and line 49 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from South Shields to Blaydon, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Blaydon train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Blaydon train arrive?

South Shields to Blaydon train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Blaydon?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Blaydon is 15 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from South Shields to Blaydon.

Where can I stay near Blaydon?

There are 1925+ hotels available in Blaydon.

South Shields to Blaydon - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 49 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from South Shields to Blaydon by subway, bus, train, taxi, car, or ferry

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Subway, line 49 bus
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Gatesheadsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Stationbus 49
1h 9m
Drive 14.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Blaydoncar 14.9 mi
24 min
£4–6
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Blaydontrain Newcastle - Hexham / ...
1h 12m
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Blaydontaxi 14.9 mi
24 min
£70–85
Ferry, line 307 bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 307
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus station to Bus Stationbus 10 / ...
1h 51m
Subway, line 22 bus
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Manorssubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Manors to Goldcrest Waybus 22
2h 40m
£7–9

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from South Shields to Blaydon. However, you can take the subway to Gateshead, walk to Interchange, then take the line 49 bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Shields to Blaydon via Central Station and Newcastle in around 1h 12m.

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