The average train between Blackpool and North Shields takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to North 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 Blackpool and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into North Shields at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to North 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 Blackpool to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Newcastle station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Blackpool to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to North Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Blackpool and North Shields is 168.9 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to North Shields via Preston, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 17m.