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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Montrose is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Montrose is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Montrose. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Montrose High Street via John Dobson Street and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Montrose. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Montrose via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from South Shields to Montrose?

The distance between South Shields and Montrose is 223 miles. The road distance is 201.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Montrose without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from South Shields to Montrose, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Montrose bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Montrose?

The best way to get from South Shields to Montrose is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the South Shields to Montrose bus arrive?

South Shields to Montrose bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the South Shields to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Montrose is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from South Shields to Montrose.

Where can I stay near Montrose?

There are 205+ hotels available in Montrose.

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 33m
£63–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Overgatebus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus Ember
8h 18m
£27–45
Drive 200.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Montrosecar 200.3 mi
4h 7m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Montrosetrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
4h 46m
£72–173
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Manorssubway Yel
2. Take the train from Morpeth to Montrosetrain Plymouth - Aberdeen
6h 13m
£108–165

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Montrose via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Percy Street to Montrose High Street via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 8h 18m.

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