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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Grimsby is to train and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Grimsby is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Grimsby?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Grimsby. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Grimsby Town via Newcastle and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from South Shields to Grimsby?

The distance between South Shields and Grimsby is 172 miles. The road distance is 144.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Grimsby without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from South Shields to Grimsby, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Grimsby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Grimsby?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Grimsby is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from South Shields to Grimsby.

Where can I stay near Grimsby?

There are 610+ hotels available in Grimsby.

South Shields to Grimsby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Shields to Grimsby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Grimsby Towntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 56m
£49–118
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Yorktrain Sunderland - London Kings Cross
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Carr Lane Abus X46 / ...
7h 58m
£28–46
Drive 143.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Grimsbycar 143.2 mi
2h 42m
£35–51

South Shields to Grimsby by bus, train, and foot

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7h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Grimsby Town via Central Station, Newcastle, and Doncaster in around 3h 56m.

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