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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to South Shields is to line 110 bus and bus which costs £10 - £50 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to South Shields is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Fowler Street - Town Hall via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Wakefield to South Shields?

The distance between Wakefield and South Shields is 126 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Wakefield to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Wakefield to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to South Shields?

The best way to get from Wakefield to South Shields is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 110 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £50 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Wakefield to South Shields bus arrive?

Wakefield to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to South Shields is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Wakefield to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1900+ hotels available in South Shields.

Wakefield to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 26m
£62–89
Line 110 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
4h 25m
£11–48
Drive 103.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to South Shieldscar 103.9 mi
1h 57m
£26–37
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
4h 14m
£45–78

Wakefield to South Shields by train and subway

106Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Fowler Street - Town Hall via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Interchange in around 4h 25m.

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