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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Wales is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 46m.

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 22m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Wales. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

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 bus from?

South Shields to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

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.

Train or bus from South Shields to Wales?

The best way to get from South Shields to Wales is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £140 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 46m.

Where does the South Shields to Wales bus arrive?

South Shields to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road 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 1751+ 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, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 52m
£142–223
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 22m
£35–101
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
£76–129
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 5m
£143–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
10h 46m
£35–60
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 6m
£77–221

South Shields to Wales by subway and train

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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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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