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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Sheffield is to bus via Leeds which costs £14 - £60 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Sheffield is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Sheffield via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from South Shields to Sheffield?

The distance between South Shields and Sheffield is 141 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Sheffield without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 45m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from South Shields to Sheffield, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Sheffield bus arrive?

South Shields to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the South Shields to Sheffield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Sheffield is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from South Shields to Sheffield.

Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Sheffield.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Sheffield 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 Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 45m
£72–103
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
5h 12m
£15–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Uk010
4h 42m
£17–57
Drive 130.8 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Sheffieldcar 130.8 mi
2h 15m
£32–46

South Shields to Sheffield by subway and train

162Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 50m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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