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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to South Shields is to drive which costs £85 - £130 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to South Shields is to fly and subway which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to South Shields?

The distance between Exeter and South Shields is 331 miles. The road distance is 360.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £190 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Exeter to South Shields, including transfers.

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

Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to South Shields train arrive?

Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Exeter to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to South Shields is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Exeter to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1084+ hotels available in South Shields.

Exeter to South Shields - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to South Shields by plane, subway, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Exeter to Newcastle, subway
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the subway from Haymarket to South Shieldssubway
3h 44m
£96–262
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 46m
£74–170
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 45m
£199–280
Drive 358.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to South Shieldscar 358.6 mi
6h 5m
£89–128
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 49m
£121–313
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 37m
£135–304
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 50m
£141–418
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 31m
£116–281
Fly Exeter to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain
6h 40m
£122–296
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain
10h 41m
£162–300

Exeter to South Shields by train and subway

70Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

£199Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and South Shields, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastle every 3 hours. Tickets cost £190–280 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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