The average train between Aberdeen and North Shields takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to North Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdeen and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into North Shields at 7:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberdeen to North Shields? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at North Shields station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Aberdeen to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Aberdeen and North Shields is 239.9 km. The road distance is 416 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 40m.