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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Dundee is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Dundee is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Dundee. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Dundee via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from South Shields to Dundee?

The distance between South Shields and Dundee is 193 miles. The road distance is 173.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Dundee without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from South Shields to Dundee, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Dundee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Dundee is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from South Shields to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 900+ hotels available in Dundee.

South Shields to Dundee - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Dundee by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
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1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 54m
£44–125
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Overgatebus Ukn11
7h 6m
Drive 172.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Dundeecar 172.3 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cupartrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
4h 51m
£78–121

South Shields to Dundee by subway and train

193Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Dundee, Scotland?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Dundee via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 54m.

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