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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Scunthorpe is to subway and bus and train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Scunthorpe via Newcastle and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from South Shields to Scunthorpe?

The distance between South Shields and Scunthorpe is 146 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Scunthorpe without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from South Shields to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Scunthorpe train arrive?

South Shields to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Scunthorpe is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from South Shields to Scunthorpe.

Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 323+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

South Shields to Scunthorpe - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Shields to Scunthorpe by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 3m
£35–94
Subway, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain
6h 30m
£30–46
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Scunthorpecar 125.8 mi
2h 31m
£32–46

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from South Shields to Scunthorpe. However, you can take the subway to Central Station, walk to Newcastle, take the train to Doncaster, then take the train to Scunthorpe. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Shields to Scunthorpe via Monument, John Dobson Street, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall in around 6h 30m.

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