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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Shildon is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Shildon is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Shildon via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Scotland to Shildon?

The distance between Scotland and Shildon is 216 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Shildon without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 9m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Scotland to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Shildon train from?

Scotland to Shildon train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Shildon?

The best way to get from Scotland to Shildon is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 9m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Scotland to Shildon train arrive?

Scotland to Shildon train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Shildon is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Scotland to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 293+ hotels available in Shildon.

Scotland to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Shildon by train, bus, 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.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - Darlington / ...
4h 9m
£69–163
Drive 158.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Shildoncar 158.1 mi
3h 7m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
6h 23m
£41–97
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Darlingtontrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
4h 25m
£113–161

Scotland to Shildon by train

110Weekly Trains

4h 9mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Scotland and Shildon, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Shildon via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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