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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Gateshead is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Gateshead is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Horsley Hill Square and arriving at High Street - Nuns Lane. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Shields and arriving at Gateshead. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from South Shields to Gateshead?

The distance between South Shields and Gateshead is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Gateshead without a car is to subway which takes 25 min and costs £1 - £4.

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

The subway from South Shields to Gateshead takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Gateshead bus from?

South Shields to Gateshead bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Horsley Hill Square station.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Gateshead bus arrive?

South Shields to Gateshead bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at High Street - Nuns Lane station.

Where does the South Shields to Gateshead train arrive?

South Shields to Gateshead train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Gateshead station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Gateshead is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from South Shields to Gateshead.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2223+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Gateshead by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the subway from South Shields to Gatesheadsubway Yel
25 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Horsley Hill Square to High Street - Nuns Lanebus X34
39 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Gatesheadtaxi 9.9 mi
17 min
£21–26
Drive 9.9 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Gatesheadcar 9.9 mi
17 min
£3–4

South Shields to Gateshead by subway

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Distance: 9.5 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Nexus Metro operates a subway from South Shields to Gateshead every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–4 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach North East operates a bus from Horsley Hill Square to High Street - Nuns Lane every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 39 min. Go North East also services this route every 15 minutes.

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