What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is to bus via Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street which costs £2 - £3 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields Ferry Terminal and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street and arriving at John Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between North Shields Ferry Terminal and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Sunderland via Pelaw. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

The distance between North Shields Ferry Terminal and Sunderland is 9 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

The bus from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street to John Street takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland bus from?

North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street station.

Where do I catch the North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland train from?

North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland bus arrive?

North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Street station.

Where does the North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland train arrive?

North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Pelaw station.

Can I drive from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland.

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North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland

Q: How do I travel from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland without a car is to bus via Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street which takes 45 min and costs £2 - £3.

There are 5 ways to get from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus via Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street
best
1. Take the bus from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street to John Street24
45 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from South Shields to PelawYel
2. Take the subway from Pelaw to SunderlandGrn
1h 1m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland12.1 mi
20 min
£28–35
Drive 12.1 mi
1. Drive from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland12.1 mi
20 min
£3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from River Drive-Number 62 to Fawcett StreetE1
1h 6m
£2–3

North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland by foot and bus

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Distance: 8.5 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between North Shields Ferry Terminal, England and Sunderland, England?

Go North East operates a bus from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street to John Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min. Stagecoach North East also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland via South Shields and Pelaw in around 1h 1m.

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