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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Middlesbrough is to subway and bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Middlesbrough station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Bus Station Express Lounge via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Middlesbrough via Heworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from South Shields to Middlesbrough?

The distance between South Shields and Middlesbrough is 43 miles. The road distance is 36.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Middlesbrough without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 45m and costs £15 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from South Shields to Middlesbrough, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

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

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

Where does the South Shields to Middlesbrough bus arrive?

South Shields to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Middlesbrough train arrive?

South Shields to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Heworth station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Middlesbrough is 37 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from South Shields to Middlesbrough.

Where can I stay near Middlesbrough?

There are 975+ hotels available in Middlesbrough.

South Shields to Middlesbrough - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from South Shields to Middlesbrough by bus, train, car, taxi, or subway

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange to John Streetbus 24
2. Take the train from Sunderland to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
1h 45m
£15–28
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukx010 / ...
2h 59m
£5–10
Line 24 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Interchangebus 24
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Express Loungebus 172 / ...
1h 56m
Drive 36.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Middlesbroughcar 36.7 mi
41 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Middlesbroughtaxi 36.7 mi
41 min
£75–95
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Heworthsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Heworth to Middlesbroughtrain Newcastle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h 14m
£18–38

South Shields to Middlesbrough by bus and train

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Middlesbrough, England?

You can take a bus from Interchange to Bus Station Express Lounge via Interchange in around 1h 56m.

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