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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wakefield to South Shields

Composite routes from Wakefield to South Shields

Cheapest
1 h 50 min
Car
174 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 22 min
146 km.
from $57.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Arriva Yorkshire

Phone:
+44 344 800 4411
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire/
Bus from Bus Station stand 21 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$4.05

Station Coaches

Phone:
01924 477 230
Email:
Website:
stationcoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station stand 21 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Yorkshire Travel Group

Phone:
0113 246 4914
Email:
Website:
yorkshirebuses.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station stand 21 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bus Station stand 21 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05
Bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

Questions and Answers

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

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

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 48m and costs $33.70 - $51.09 .

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 Bus Station stand 21 and arriving at Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

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 20m.

How far is it from Wakefield to South Shields?

The distance between Wakefield and South Shields is 201 km. The road distance is 172.8 km.

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 20m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 Yorkshire, depart from Bus Station stand 21.

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 20m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $59.78 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Wakefield to South Shields bus arrive?

Wakefield to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Bus Stn 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 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Wakefield to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1463+ hotels available in South Shields. Prices start at $34.86 per night.
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