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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Perth is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Perth is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Perth. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at South Street via John Dobson Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Perth?

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

How far is it from South Shields to Perth?

The distance between South Shields and Perth is 190 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Perth without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £150.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Perth?

The best way to get from South Shields to Perth is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the South Shields to Perth bus arrive?

South Shields to Perth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the South Shields to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Perth is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from South Shields to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 560+ hotels available in Perth.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Perth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
4h 4m
£54–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to South Streetbus M92
6h 20m
£20–35
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Perthcar 159.6 mi
3h 12m
£40–57
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NCL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Perth stationbus
6h 40m
£41–178
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from George Street to Perth stationbus Ember
5h 6m
£29–54

South Shields to Perth by subway and train

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Distance: 189.3 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Perth via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Percy Street to South Street via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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