What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and St Mary's Lighthouse?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse. However, there are services departing from New Quay - Ferry and arriving at Park Avenue - Whitley Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and St Mary's Lighthouse?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Monkseaton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse?

The distance between South Shields and St Mary's Lighthouse is 8 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse without a car is to line 317 bus which takes 34 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse bus from?

South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from New Quay - Ferry station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse train from?

South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse bus arrive?

South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Park Avenue - Whitley Road station.

Where does the South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse train arrive?

South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Monkseaton station.

Can I drive from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse is 12 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse.

Where can I stay near St Mary's Lighthouse?

There are 2013+ hotels available in St Mary's Lighthouse.

South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse - 4 ways to travel via line 317 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthouse by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Line 317 bus
best
1. Take the bus from New Quay - Ferry to Park Avenue - Whitley Roadbus 317
34 min
Drive 12.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthousecar 12.4 mi
27 min
£3–5
Subway
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monkseatonsubway Yel
1h 1m
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to St Mary's Lighthousetaxi 12.4 mi
27 min
£26–32

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between South Shields, England and St Mary's Lighthouse, England?

Go North East operates a bus from New Quay - Ferry to Park Avenue - Whitley Road every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Nexus Metro operates a subway from South Shields to Monkseaton every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–4 and the journey takes 55 min.

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