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Two ways to Travel from South Shields to Wakefield

Composite routes from South Shields to Wakefield

Cheapest
1 h 50 min
Car
173 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 50 min
Rideshare
173 km.
from $6.58

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Bus from Sunderland to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Sunderland to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Wakefield
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Wakefield is to bus which costs $18.48 - $44.57 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $33.70 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Bus Station stand 21 via Sunderland and Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from South Shields to Wakefield?

The distance between South Shields and Wakefield is 201 km. The road distance is 172.7 km.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from South Shields to Wakefield, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Wakefield?

The best way to get from South Shields to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Monument, which costs $18.48 - $48.91 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the South Shields to Wakefield bus arrive?

South Shields to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Where does the South Shields to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Wakefield is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from South Shields to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Wakefield. Prices start at $45.63 per night.
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