What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Albion Road-Sidney Street and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

Is there a direct train between North Shields and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from North Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from North Shields and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from North Shields to Cardiff?

The distance between North Shields and Cardiff is 339 miles. The road distance is 309.8 miles.

How do I travel from North Shields to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £170 - £260.

How long does it take to get from North Shields to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from North Shields to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Cardiff bus from?

North Shields to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Cardiff train from?

North Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from North Shields to Cardiff?

The best way to get from North Shields to Cardiff is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £170 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 6m.

Where does the North Shields to Cardiff bus arrive?

North Shields to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the North Shields to Cardiff train arrive?

North Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from North Shields to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Cardiff is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from North Shields to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1729+ hotels available in Cardiff.

North Shields to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from North Shields to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 2m
£172–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
11h 6m
£35–65
Drive 308 mi
1. Drive from North Shields to Cardiffcar 308 mi
5h 23m
£75–108
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 21m
£47–125
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 4m
£175–261
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 1m
£117–213
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 44m
£124–402
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£101–261

North Shields to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 337.3 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between North Shields, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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