The average train between Brighton and South Shields takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Brighton 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 Brighton and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 8:28 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at South Shields station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Brighton to South Shields train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to South Shields train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Brighton and South Shields is 471.7 km. The road distance is 532 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to South Shields via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 48m.