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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Wales is to subway and fly and bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Wales is to subway and fly and bus which takes 4h 21m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Wales. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from South Shields to Wales?

The distance between South Shields and Wales is 337 miles. The road distance is 308.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Wales without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £140 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from South Shields to Wales, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Wales train arrive?

South Shields to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Wales is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from South Shields to Wales.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1748+ hotels available in Wales.

South Shields to Wales - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway

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There are 7 ways to get from South Shields to Wales by train, bus, car, subway, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 52m
£144–225
Subway to Newcastle, fly, 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 bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
4h 21m
£38–104
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 30m
£73–126
Drive 306.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Cardiffcar 306.7 mi
5h 22m
£77–111
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h
£145–231
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
11h 12m
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, bus
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 bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
6h 5m
£78–223

South Shields to Wales by bus, foot, and train

68Weekly Services

9h 30mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £140–220 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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