The average train between Arbroath and South Shields takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Arbroath 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 Arbroath and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:34 PM which arrives into South Shields at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Arbroath 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 Arbroath to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at South Shields station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Arbroath to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Arbroath and South Shields is 188.4 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 34m.