What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Durham Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Bus Station Stand E station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Durham Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Durham Cathedral. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Durham via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from South Shields to Durham Cathedral?

The distance between South Shields and Durham Cathedral is 25 miles. The road distance is 19.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 3m and costs £8 - £14.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Durham Cathedral bus from?

South Shields to Durham Cathedral bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Durham Cathedral train from?

South Shields to Durham Cathedral train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Durham Cathedral bus arrive?

South Shields to Durham Cathedral bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Durham Cathedral train arrive?

South Shields to Durham Cathedral train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Durham Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Durham Cathedral is 20 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from South Shields to Durham Cathedral.

Where can I stay near Durham Cathedral?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Durham Cathedral.

South Shields to Durham Cathedral - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Durham Cathedral by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 3m
£8–14
Drive 19.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Durham Cathedralcar 19.4 mi
25 min
£5–8
Line 24 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Interchangebus 24
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridgebus 20 / ...
1h 52m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Durham Cathedraltaxi 19.4 mi
25 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand Ebus 50
2h

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Durham Cathedral, England?

You can take a bus from Interchange to Durham Cathedral via Interchange and Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge in around 1h 52m.

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