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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Torquay is to drive which costs £90 - £140 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Torquay is to fly and train which takes 5h 15m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Torquay. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Newton Abbot via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from South Shields to Torquay?

The distance between South Shields and Torquay is 422 miles. The road distance is 381.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £170 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from South Shields to Torquay, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Torquay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the South Shields to Torquay train arrive?

South Shields to Torquay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Torquay is 381 miles. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from South Shields to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2697+ hotels available in Torquay.

South Shields to Torquay - 9 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from South Shields to Torquay by train, subway, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 37m
£176–278
Subway to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to South Gosforthsubway
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Union Streetbus
6h 11m
£77–176
Subway, bus, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newton Abbottrain
16h 8m
£97–179
Drive 378.9 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Torquaycar 378.9 mi
6h 26m
£94–136
Fly Newcastle to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 15m
£105–224
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain
7h 21m
£145–428
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 24m
£142–433
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
7h 55m
£118–290
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Newton Abbottrain
7h 57m
£172–351

Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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Distance: 420 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £170–270 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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