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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Whitburn is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Whitburn is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Whitburn?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Whitburn. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Cross via John Dobson Street and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from South Shields to Whitburn?

The distance between South Shields and Whitburn is 159 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Whitburn without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 57m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from South Shields to Whitburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Whitburn bus from?

South Shields to Whitburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where does the South Shields to Whitburn bus arrive?

South Shields to Whitburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Whitburn?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Whitburn is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from South Shields to Whitburn.

Where can I stay near Whitburn?

There are 676+ hotels available in Whitburn.

South Shields to Whitburn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Whitburn by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Crossbus X18
3h 57m
£39–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Crossbus X18
5h 47m
£14–22
Drive 135.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Whitburncar 135.3 mi
2h 41m
£33–48
Train, bus via South Shields
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Crossbus X18
4h 50m
£27–55

South Shields to Whitburn by subway, train, and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Whitburn, Scotland?

You can take a bus from West Percy Street to Cross via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 5h 47m.

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