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

The cheapest way to get from London to Shildon is to bus which costs £30 - £130 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between London and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Shildon. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at King William via Interchange, Bus Station Stand H and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between London and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from London to Shildon. However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from London to Shildon?

The distance between London and Shildon is 242 miles. The road distance is 249.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from London to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Shildon bus from?

London to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Shildon train from?

London to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from London to Shildon?

The best way to get from London to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £130 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the London to Shildon bus arrive?

London to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the London to Shildon train arrive?

London to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from London to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Shildon is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from London to Shildon.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Shildon?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Shildon?

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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London to Shildon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from London to Shildon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 31m
£83–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
8h 10m
£30–130
Drive 248 mi
1. Drive from London to Shildoncar 248 mi
4h 23m
£60–87
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 31m
£73–300
Train via Eaglescliffe
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Eaglescliffetrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
2. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Shildontrain Saltburn - Bishop Auckland / ...
4h 2m
£71–115
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 27m
£128–306
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Darlingtontrain
6h 15m
£106–364

London to Shildon by train

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 40m. National Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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