The average train between Burnley and South Shields takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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 Burnley and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 8:23 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at South Shields station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Burnley to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Burnley and South Shields is 144.2 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to South Shields via York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 3m.