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 £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Roker?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westcott Avenue and arriving at Roker Terrace-Roker Hotel. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Roker?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Roker. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Stadium Of Light via Pelaw. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from South Shields to Roker?

The distance between South Shields and Roker is 6 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 bus which takes 25 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The bus from Westcott Avenue to Roker Terrace-Roker Hotel takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

South Shields to Roker bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Westcott Avenue station.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Roker bus arrive?

South Shields to Roker bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Roker Terrace-Roker Hotel station.

Where does the South Shields to Roker train arrive?

South Shields to Roker train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Pelaw 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 1975+ hotels available in Roker.

South Shields to Roker - 4 ways to travel via bus, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Roker by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Westcott Avenue to Roker Terrace-Roker Hotelbus E1
25 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Pelawsubway Yel
2. Take the subway from Pelaw to Stadium Of Lightsubway Grn
52 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Rokertaxi 7 mi
14 min
£17–21
Drive 7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Rokercar 7 mi
14 min
£2–3

South Shields to Roker by bus and foot

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Stagecoach North East operates a bus from Westcott Avenue to Roker Terrace-Roker Hotel every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Shields to Roker via Pelaw and Stadium Of Light in around 52 min.

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