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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Cardiff is to subway and fly and train which costs £45 - £130 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Cardiff is to subway and fly and train which takes 4h 44m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from South Shields to Cardiff?

The distance between South Shields and Cardiff is 337 miles. The road distance is 308.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from South Shields to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Cardiff is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from South Shields to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Cardiff.

South Shields to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 51m
£144–215
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
4h 44m
£48–122
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
11h 21m
Drive 306.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Cardiffcar 306.7 mi
5h 22m
£76–110
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 3m
£145–230
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 42m
£100–168
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
5h 59m
£123–385
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 27m
£87–241

South Shields to Cardiff by subway and train

9Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

£144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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