What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to North Shields is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Nile Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at North Shields via Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Wakefield to North Shields?

The distance between Wakefield and North Shields is 123 miles. The road distance is 106.5 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to North Shields?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Wakefield to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to North Shields bus from?

Wakefield to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to North Shields train from?

Wakefield to North Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to North Shields?

The best way to get from Wakefield to North Shields is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 301 bus, which costs and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Wakefield to North Shields bus arrive?

Wakefield to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Wakefield to North Shields train arrive?

Wakefield to North Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to North Shields is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Wakefield to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2026+ hotels available in North Shields.

Wakefield to North Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 301 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to North Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 27m
£64–91
Drive 105.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to North Shieldscar 105.8 mi
2h
£26–38
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Nile Streetbus 301
4h 33m
Bus, line 301 bus via Albion Road - Upper Camden Street
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
4h 55m

Wakefield to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

105Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.9 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and North Shields, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Nile Street via Leeds City Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 4h 33m.

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