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How to get fromSouth Shields to Cumbriaby subway, train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from South Shields to Cumbria by subway, train, bus, or car

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  1. Subway, train, line 509 bus

    best
    1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway subway Yel
    2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Ullswater Steamer Pierbus bus 509
    4h 10m
    £31–58

  2. Drive  80.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from South Shields to Cumbriacar car 80.5 mi
    1h 45m
    £21–30

South Shields to Cumbria by subway, train, and bus

Calendar25Weekly Services
Duration4h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket£31Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 94.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from South Shields to Cumbria. However, you can take the subway to Central Station, walk to Newcastle, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 509 bus to Ullswater Steamer Pier. Alternatively, you can drive from South Shields to Cumbria in around 1h 45m.

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