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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Leeds is to subway and bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Leeds is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Leeds. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Leeds via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from South Shields to Leeds?

The distance between South Shields and Leeds is 116 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Leeds without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from South Shields to Leeds, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Leeds bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Leeds is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from South Shields to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2594+ hotels available in Leeds.

South Shields to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 24 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Leeds by subway, train, bus, or car

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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 Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 15m
£37–83
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to St Jamessubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
5h 24m
£21–53
Line 24 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Interchangebus 24
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
3h 49m
Drive 97.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Leedscar 97.2 mi
1h 49m
£24–35

South Shields to Leeds by subway and train

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Distance: 115 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Interchange in around 3h 49m.

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