What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Chester-le-Street?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Crossgate and arriving at Front Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from South Shields to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between South Shields and Chester-le-Street is 18 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £3 - £10.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Chester-le-Street bus from?

South Shields to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Crossgate station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Chester-le-Street train from?

South Shields to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

South Shields to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Front Street station.

Where does the South Shields to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

South Shields to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Chester-le-Street is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from South Shields to Chester-le-Street.

Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

There are 2281+ hotels available in Chester-le-Street.

South Shields to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Chester-le-Street by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Chester-Le-Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 10m
£4–9
Drive 12.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Chester-le-Streetcar 12.5 mi
17 min
£3–5
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Crossgate to Front Streetbus 50
1h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Chester-le-Streettaxi 12.5 mi
17 min
£45–60

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Chester-le-Street, England?

Go North East operates a bus from Crossgate to Front Street every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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