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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to South Shields is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to South Shields is to bus and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Transport Hub via Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at South Shields via Birmingham New Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Wales to South Shields?

The distance between Wales and South Shields is 325 miles. The road distance is 308.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to South Shields without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Wales to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Wales to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Wales to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to South Shields?

The best way to get from Wales to South Shields is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £140 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Wales to South Shields bus arrive?

Wales to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Wales to South Shields train arrive?

Wales to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to South Shields is 309 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Wales to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1903+ hotels available in South Shields.

Wales to South Shields - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wales to South Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 5m
£142–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 10m
£35–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
8h 44m
£78–126
Drive 307.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Shieldscar 307.1 mi
5h 21m
£77–111
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 5m
£40–103
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 23m
£150–219
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 3m
£121–396

Wales to South Shields by train and subway

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Distance: 323.4 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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