The average train between Grimsby and North Shields takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 hourly between Grimsby and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at North Shields station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Grimsby to North Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to North Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Grimsby and North Shields is 184.3 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to North Shields via Doncaster, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h 22m.