The average train between Aberystwyth and South Shields takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to South 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 every 2 hours between Aberystwyth and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to South 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 Aberystwyth to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at South Shields station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Aberystwyth to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Aberystwyth and South Shields is 336 km. The road distance is 506 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to South Shields via Shrewsbury, Stockport, Doncaster, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 7h 53m.