The average train between Eastbourne and South Shields takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Eastbourne is at 10:24 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne station and arriving at South Shields station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Eastbourne to South Shields train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.
Eastbourne to South Shields train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Eastbourne and South Shields is 484.2 km. The road distance is 557 km.
You can take a train from Eastbourne to South Shields via London Victoria, Victoria station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 14m.