The average train between Blackburn and South Shields takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn 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 Blackburn and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 10:03 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:39 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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 Blackburn to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at South Shields station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Blackburn to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Blackburn and South Shields is 154.6 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to South Shields via York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 22m.