The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to South Shields
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to South Shields is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to South Shields will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for South Shields every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to South Shields
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to South Shields among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 154 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to South Shields bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to South Shields coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:45 Edinburgh | 3h05 | 22:50 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to South Shields
Buses from Edinburgh to South Shields run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to South ShieldsYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to South Shields with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to South Shields coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to South Shields by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Shields, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and South Shields
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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