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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Tanfield is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Tanfield is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £70 - £85.

How far is it from South Shields to Tanfield?

The distance between South Shields and Tanfield is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Tanfield without a car is to subway and bus which takes 1h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from South Shields to Tanfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from South Shields to Tanfield?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Tanfield is 15 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from South Shields to Tanfield.

Where can I stay near Tanfield?

There are 2184+ hotels available in Tanfield.

South Shields to Tanfield - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Tanfield by subway, bus, taxi, car, or ferry

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Subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Gatesheadsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Pack Horsebus X70 / ...
1h 8m
Drive 15.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Shields to Tanfieldcar 15.4 mi
30 min
£4–6
Subway, bus via Maud Terrace
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Neville St to Maud Terracebus X73
1h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Tanfieldtaxi 15.4 mi
30 min
£70–85
Ferry, line 307 bus, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 307
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Maud Terracebus X73
2h 28m

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Distance: 16.1 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Tanfield, County Durham, England?

There is no direct connection from South Shields to Tanfield. However, you can take the subway to Gateshead, walk to Interchange, then take the bus to Pack Horse. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Shields to Maud Terrace via Central Station and Central Stn Neville St in around 1h 31m.

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