The average train between Cardiff and North Shields takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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 every 2 hours between Cardiff and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 4:50 PM which arrives into North Shields at 11:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 30m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Cardiff to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Cardiff and North Shields is 409.7 km. The road distance is 542 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £170–240 and the journey takes 5h 52m.