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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Cleethorpes is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Cleethorpes is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Cleethorpes via Newcastle and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from South Shields to Cleethorpes?

The distance between South Shields and Cleethorpes is 175 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Cleethorpes without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from South Shields to Cleethorpes, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Cleethorpes train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the South Shields to Cleethorpes train arrive?

South Shields to Cleethorpes train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Cleethorpes?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Cleethorpes is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from South Shields to Cleethorpes.

Where can I stay near Cleethorpes?

There are 575+ hotels available in Cleethorpes.

South Shields to Cleethorpes - 3 ways to travel via train, car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Shields to Cleethorpes by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Cleethorpestrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 3m
£44–105
Drive 145 mi
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1. Drive from South Shields to Cleethorpescar 145 mi
2h 42m
£37–53
Train, line 250 bus
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Hulltrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Riverhead Exchangebus 250 / ...
7h 58m
£46–86

South Shields to Cleethorpes by bus and train

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7h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Cleethorpes via Central Station, Newcastle, and Doncaster in around 4h 3m.

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