🚌 Bus from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne
2 direct routes · about 66 min · first bus 04:51, last bus 22:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Go North East | ~66 min | 95 | 04:51 | 22:45 | Interchange (Stand N) |
| X34 | Stagecoach North East | ~50 min | 5 | 06:08 | 10:29 | Sunderland Road (N-Bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Shields on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne?
2 routes run directly from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne: the 27 (Go North East), the X34 (Stagecoach North East).
How long does the bus take from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne?
Around 66 minutes on the 27, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 27) leaves around 04:51 and the last around 22:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from South Shields to Newcastle upon Tyne?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.