What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Shildon?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Shildon is to bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick to Shildon?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Shildon is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at King William via Tubwell Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Shildon?

The distance between Alnwick and Shildon is 83 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick to Shildon without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £15 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick to Shildon?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Alnwick to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Shildon bus from?

Alnwick to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Shildon?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Shildon is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £15 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs £21 - £28 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Alnwick to Shildon bus arrive?

Alnwick to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Shildon is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Alnwick to Shildon.

Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Shildon.

Alnwick to Shildon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alnwick to Shildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to DarlingtonEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to ShildonDarlington - Bishop Auckland / ...
2h 46m
£15–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station Stand F to Newgate Street Stand EX21
4h 29m
£12
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Dolphin Centre591
2. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to King William1 / ...
2h 51m
£21–27
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Shildon60.6 mi
1h 19m
£15–22
Train, line 6 bus
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to DurhamGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand J to Newgate Street Stand E6
3h 14m
£19–30

Alnwick to Shildon by bus and train

112Weekly Services

2h 46mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Alnwick, England and Shildon, England?

You can take a bus from Green Batt to Shildon via Curly Lane, Alnmouth, and Darlington in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retail Park to King William via Dolphin Centre and Tubwell Row in around 2h 51m.

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