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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to South Shields is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to South Shields is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at South Shields via Northallerton and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Thirsk to South Shields?

The distance between Thirsk and South Shields is 68 miles. The road distance is 59.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to South Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 57m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Thirsk to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Thirsk to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Northallerton station.

Where does the Thirsk to South Shields train arrive?

Thirsk to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Thirsk to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to South Shields is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Thirsk to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1952+ hotels available in South Shields.

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Northallerton to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
1h 57m
£20–44
Drive 59.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thirsk to South Shieldscar 59.3 mi
1h 2m
£15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
2. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Interchangebus E2 / ...
2h
£17–27
Train, bus via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Middlesbroughtrain
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
3. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Interchangebus E2 / ...
2h 48m
£25–45

Thirsk to South Shields by train and subway

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1h 57mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Thirsk to South Shields. However, you can take the train to Northallerton, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to South Shields. Alternatively, you can drive from Thirsk to South Shields in around 1h 2m.

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