The average train between Airdrie and South Shields takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Airdrie 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 hourly between Airdrie and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Airdrie is at 10:54 PM which arrives into South Shields at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Airdrie 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 Airdrie to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Airdrie station and arriving at Newcastle station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Airdrie to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Airdrie station.
Airdrie to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Airdrie and South Shields is 187.4 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Airdrie to South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h.