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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Derby is to subway and bus and train which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Derby. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Derby via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from South Shields to Derby?

The distance between South Shields and Derby is 177 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from South Shields to Derby, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from South Shields to Derby?

The best way to get from South Shields to Derby is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the South Shields to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Derby is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from South Shields to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2337+ hotels available in Derby.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Derby by train, subway, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 14m
£87–133
Subway, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Alfretontrain
7h 18m
£29–49
Drive 163 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Derbycar 163 mi
2h 44m
£40–58
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane NCL - EMA
5h 54m
£61–141
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane NCL - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
6h 6m
£78–179

South Shields to Derby by subway and train

163Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Newcastle (NCL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) twice a week.

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