The average train between Crewe and South Shields takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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 Crewe and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 11:50 PM which arrives into South Shields at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Newcastle station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Crewe to South Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Crewe and South Shields is 221.4 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to South Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 26m.