Darlington (Durham), Durham to South Shields, Tyne and Wear from $6: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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$6 by busBest price

38.3 milesDistance

44m Fastest

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Darlington (Durham) - South Shields operators

Explore transport companies operating between Darlington (Durham) and South Shields, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Train

Contact phone

0344 736 9123

Website

https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Darlington to Newcastle

Average Duration

30m

Estimated price

30-60

Contact phone

+44 345 722 5333

Website

https://www.lner.co.uk/

Train from Darlington to Newcastle

Average Duration

26m

Estimated price

60-85

Contact phone

+44 345 600 1671

Website

https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/

Train from Darlington to Newcastle

Average Duration

32m

Estimated price

14-35

Contact phone

+44 800 200 6060

Website

https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/

Train from Darlington to Newcastle

Average Duration

39m

Estimated price

9-12

Subway

Contact phone

0191 203 3199

Website

https://www.nexus.org.uk/

Subway from Central Station to South Shields

Average Duration

26m

Estimated price

2-5

Bus

Contact phone

0191 420 50 50

Website

https://www.gonortheast.co.uk/

Bus from Wharton Park to Interchange

Average Duration

1h 37m

Estimated price

3-3

Contact phone

0344 800 4411

Website

https://arrivabus.co.uk/

Bus from Tubwell Row to Bus Station stand L

Average Duration

1h 14m

Estimated price

3-3

Taxi

Taxi from Darlington to South Shields

Average Duration

44m

Estimated price

100-120

Darlington (Durham) to South Shields: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Darlington (Durham) and South Shields offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic journey from Darlington to South Shields by car, spanning a distance of 61.2 km. 💰 Prices for the drive from Darlington to South Shields range from £9 to £15, making it a budget-friendly option for exploring this charming coastal town. 🌊 With just a 44-minute drive, you'll soon find yourself in South Shields, ready to enjoy its sandy beaches, historic sites, and delicious seafood offerings.

Average price

£9 - £15

⏱️ The entire train journey from Darlington to South Shields, including the necessary transfers, typically lasts around 1 hour and 4 minutes, providing a convenient and efficient way to reach your destination.

Departure Point

Darlington station

Arrival Point

South Shields station

Useful tips for train travellers

• On your train journey from Darlington to South Shields, you will likely be traveling with the operator LNER (London North Eastern Railway). They offer a catering service on board that provides a variety of snacks, light meals, and beverages including coffee, tea, and alcoholic drinks. You can expect a menu featuring items crafted with local ingredients, but note that catering services may vary depending on the time of day.

• When booking your tickets, you may choose from different seating options on LNER services. The options include Standard Class and First Class. Standard Class features comfortable seating with power outlets and free Wi-Fi, while First Class offers a quieter environment with more spacious seating and complimentary food and drink service. Booking in advance can sometimes yield significant discounts on both options.

• For your journey, the main operators are LNER (lner.co.uk) and Northern (northernrailway.co.uk), which can take you to South Shields. Be mindful of the train schedules as they may differ throughout the day. You can check local transport schedules and routes via the Nexus website (nexus.org.uk), which provides details on local buses and metro connections.

• Upon arrival at South Shields, you will find that the train station does not have luggage storage facilities, but there are restrooms available. The easiest way to navigate from the station to the city center is to catch the Metro. Take the Metro Yellow Line towards Newcastle. This will take you directly to the heart of the city in approximately 15 minutes, with trains operating frequently.

🚌 Although there is no direct bus from Darlington to South Shields, you can catch services departing from Tubwell Row and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station stand H. The journey, with transfers, typically takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes. 🌊 Explore the coastal journey from Darlington to South Shields by bus, operated by Arriva North East and Go North East. Departure is from Tubwell Row station with the arrival at Interchange station, providing a scenic route through the North East of England. ⏱️ Traveling between Darlington and South Shields by bus offers an affordable option, with prices typically starting at £5 for the journey.

Departure Point

Tubwell Row station

Arrival Point

Interchange station