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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Leith is to subway and train which costs £10 - £85 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Leith is to subway and train which takes 2h 4m and costs £10 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Leith station. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Leith. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from South Shields to Leith?

The distance between South Shields and Leith is 134 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Leith without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 4m and costs £10 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from South Shields to Leith, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Leith bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from West Percy Street station.

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

South Shields to Leith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Leith bus arrive?

South Shields to Leith bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Monument Market Street station.

Where does the South Shields to Leith train arrive?

South Shields to Leith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Leith is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from South Shields to Leith.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2588+ hotels available in Leith.

South Shields to Leith - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 301 bus

There are 3 ways to get from South Shields to Leith by subway, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 4m
£11–83
Line 301 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from West Percy Street to Monument Market Streetbus 301
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 4m
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Leithcar 115 mi
2h 27m
£28–41

South Shields to Leith by subway and train

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Distance: 133.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Leith, Scotland?

You can take a bus from West Percy Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Monument Market Street and John Dobson Street in around 4h 4m.

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