The average bus between Exeter and South Shields takes 14h 29m and the fastest bus takes 11h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from Exeter to South Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Exeter and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 5:05 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Coach Station and take an average of 14h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to South Shields? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at South Shields station via Birmingham Coach Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 29m.
Exeter to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.
Exeter to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.
The distance between Exeter and South Shields is 495.7 km. The road distance is 597 km.
You can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Interchange in around 11h 15m.