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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to South Shields is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Interchange via Wigan Bus Station, Leigh Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at South Shields via Wigan North Western, Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Southport to South Shields?

The distance between Southport and South Shields is 194 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to South Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Southport to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Southport to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

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

Southport to South Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Southport to South Shields?

The best way to get from Southport to South Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Southport to South Shields bus arrive?

Southport to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to South Shields train arrive?

Southport to South Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Southport to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to South Shields is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Southport to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1950+ hotels available in South Shields.

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 33m
£63–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
9h 29m
£31–67
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Southport to South Shieldscar 140.4 mi
3h 1m
£35–50
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 59m
£78–181
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 36m
£77–147

Southport to South Shields by bus

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Southport to South Shields via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Interchange via Wigan Bus Station, Leigh Bus Station, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Interchange in around 9h 29m.

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