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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Roker is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Roker is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Roker?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Roker?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brockley Whins and arriving at Stadium Of Light. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from South Shields to Roker?

The distance between South Shields and Roker is 5 miles. The road distance is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Roker without a car is to subway which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £5.

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

The subway from Brockley Whins to Stadium Of Light takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

South Shields to Roker train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Brockley Whins station.

Where does the South Shields to Roker bus arrive?

South Shields to Roker bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace station.

Where does the South Shields to Roker train arrive?

South Shields to Roker train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Stadium Of Light station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Roker?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Roker is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from South Shields to Roker.

Where can I stay near Roker?

There are 1973+ hotels available in Roker.

South Shields to Roker - 6 ways to travel via subway, line 24 bus, taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from South Shields to Roker by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Brockley Whins to Stadium Of Lightsubway Grn
24 min
£4–5
Drive 7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Rokercar 7 mi
14 min
£2–3
Line 24 bus via Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terracebus 24
42 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Rokertaxi 7 mi
14 min
£35–45
Line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Westoe Road - Town Hall to Newcastle Road-Wearmouth Hospitalbus 24
40 min
Line 24 bus via Newcastle Road-Wearmouth Drive
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Newcastle Road-Wearmouth Drivebus 24
45 min

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Distance: 5.3 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Nexus Metro operates a subway from Brockley Whins to Stadium Of Light every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Go North East operates a bus from Interchange to Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 25 min.

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