The average train between Bristol and South Shields takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 every 2 hours between Bristol and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:33 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Bristol to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Bristol and South Shields is 401.5 km. The road distance is 510 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newcastle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £160–240 and the journey takes 5h 5m.