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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £19 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between South 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 five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from South 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 47 min.

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

The distance between South Shields Ferry Terminal and Sunderland is 8 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland.

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South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland

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

The best way to get from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland without a car is to bus which takes 33 min and costs £2 - £3.

There are 4 ways to get from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street to John Street24
33 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from South Shields to PelawYel
2. Take the subway from Pelaw to SunderlandGrn
47 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland8 mi
16 min
£19–24
Drive 8 mi
1. Drive from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland8 mi
16 min
£2–3

South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland by foot and bus

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Go North East operates a bus from Coronation Street-Cornwallis Street to John Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min. Stagecoach North East also services this route every 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from South Shields Ferry Terminal to Sunderland via South Shields and Pelaw in around 47 min.

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