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Harwich to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Harwich and South Shields takes 6h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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.

6h 25m
Duration
350 mi
Distance
£158
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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5h 6m
£129–190

Harwich to South Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Harwich and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro9h 42m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro11h 42m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro11h 42m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 34m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro6h 10m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 34m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro6h 10m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 25m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 34m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro6h 10m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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.

Map of how to get from Harwich to South Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 349.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Harwich, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Harwich Town to South Shields via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 6m.

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