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 29m and costs £100 - £240.

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 42m.

How far is it from South Shields to Torquay?

The distance between South Shields and Torquay is 424 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 42m and costs £220 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m 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 2766+ hotels available in Torquay.

South Shields to Torquay - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and subway

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There are 8 ways to get from South Shields to Torquay by train, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 42m
£224–316
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
5h 59m
£75–180
Drive 378.9 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Torquaycar 378.9 mi
6h 26m
£93–134
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 Torquaytrain
5h 29m
£102–232
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
12h 31m
£178–335
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 9m
£146–447
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
8h 13m
£143–276
Subway to Newcastle, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to South Gosforthsubway
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane NCL - NQY
3. Take the train from Newquay to Partrain
4. Take the train from Par to Newton Abbottrain
8h 55m
£112–293

South Shields to Torquay by subway, train, and bus

69Weekly Services

8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

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 £220–310 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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