What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Interchange via Black Boy PH, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at South Shields via King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to South Shields?

The distance between Watford Junction and South Shields is 297 miles. The road distance is 267.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to South Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Watford Junction to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to South Shields bus from?

Watford Junction to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to South Shields train from?

Watford Junction to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to South Shields?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Watford Junction to South Shields bus arrive?

Watford Junction to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Watford Junction to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford Junction to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to South Shields is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Watford Junction to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1937+ hotels available in South Shields.

Watford Junction to South Shields - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Watford Junction to South Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£98–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Sunderland Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
8h 9m
£38–63
Drive 265.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to South Shieldscar 265.9 mi
4h 24m
£66–95
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, subway
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the subway from Haymarket to South Shieldssubway
4h 11m
£55–243
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 24m
£122–218
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchangebus 598 / ...
9h 24m
£40–74
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train, subway
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway
6h 4m
£103–328
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, subway
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4. Take the subway from Haymarket to South Shieldssubway
5h 46m
£121–268
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Black Boy PHbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway
6h
£67–227

Watford Junction to South Shields by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 295.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and South Shields, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Sunderland Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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