How far is it from South Shields to Simonside?

The distance between South Shields and Simonside is 5 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from South Shields to Simonside?

The drive from South Shields to Simonside takes approximately 10 min by car.

The fastest route from South Shields to Simonside covers 5 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Simonside lies roughly to the south-west of South Shields.

Along the route from South Shields to Simonside you can fill up at Asda (24/7), Gulf, Esso. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Along the route from South Shields to Simonside you can stop for the night or service your van at Sandhaven Caravan Site.

Distance: 5 kmDrive time: 10 min

Driving from South Shields to Simonside takes about 10 min via A194. The distance is 5 km. The straight-line distance is 4 km. Driving directions

Driving directions26 · 5 km

The return trip from Simonside to South Shields covers roughly the same distance, 5 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 6 November 2026.

How far is it from South Shields to Simonside?: The distance between South Shields and Simonside is 5 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from South Shields to Simonside?: The drive from South Shields to Simonside takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from South Shields to Simonside?: The fastest route from South Shields to Simonside covers 5 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Simonside from South Shields?: Simonside lies roughly to the south-west of South Shields.
Where can I find a 24h service station between South Shields and Simonside?: Along the route from South Shields to Simonside you can fill up at Asda (24/7), Gulf, Esso. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between South Shields and Simonside?: Along the route from South Shields to Simonside you can stop for the night or service your van at Sandhaven Caravan Site.