What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Saint Andrews?

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

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Saint Andrews. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Cupar via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

The distance between South Shields and Saint Andrews is 188 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Saint Andrews bus from?

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

Where do I catch the South Shields to Saint Andrews train from?

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

The best way to get from South Shields to Saint Andrews is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the South Shields to Saint Andrews bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Saint Andrews train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Saint Andrews?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Saint Andrews is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from South Shields to Saint Andrews.

Where can I stay near Saint Andrews?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Saint Andrews.

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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 Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 56m
£59–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and Ridebus M92 / ...
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Stationbus 787
6h 6m
£24–42
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Saint Andrewscar 166.6 mi
3h 28m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cupartrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
4h 26m
£95–138

South Shields to Saint Andrews by subway, train, and bus

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Saint Andrews, Fife, Scotland?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Bus Station via Central Station, Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, Cupar, and Railway Station in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Percy Street to Bus Station via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Park and Ride in around 6h 6m.

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