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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Cardiff is to bus which costs £19 - £60 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Cardiff is to subway and fly and train which takes 4h 42m and costs £30 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Interchange, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from South Shields to Cardiff?

The distance between South Shields and Cardiff is 337 miles. The road distance is 308.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £75 - £500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from South Shields to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from South Shields to Cardiff?

The best way to get from South Shields to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £75 - £500. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £25 - £85 and takes 10h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the South Shields to Cardiff bus arrive?

South Shields to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the South Shields to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Cardiff is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from South Shields to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1564+ hotels available in Cardiff.

South Shields to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 9 ways to get from South Shields to Cardiff by train, bus, car, subway, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 52m
£77–493
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
11h 33m
£19–60
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
10h 25m
£26–85
Drive 306.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Cardiffcar 306.7 mi
5h 22m
£74–107
Subway to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to South Gosforthsubway
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 42m
£31–111
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 3m
£61–174
Fly Newcastle to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NCL - CWL
6h 50m
£58–144
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 54m
£94–375
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 30m
£52–202

South Shields to Cardiff by subway and train

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6h 52mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £75–490 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Sophia Gardens via Interchange, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 25m.

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