The average train between Bolton and South Shields takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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 Bolton and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:35 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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 Bolton to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Bolton to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Bolton to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Bolton and South Shields is 170.2 km. The road distance is 277 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m.