The train between Birmingham and South Shields takes 3h 35m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Birmingham 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 on demand between Birmingham and South Shields. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 35m.
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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Newcastle station via Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Birmingham to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Birmingham and South Shields is 281.6 km. The road distance is 324 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h.