The average train between Hatfield and South Shields takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Hatfield 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 Hatfield and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Hatfield is at 8:32 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Stevenage and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hatfield 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 Hatfield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Hatfield station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Hatfield to South Shields train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Stevenage station.
Hatfield to South Shields train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Hatfield and South Shields is 368.5 km. The road distance is 418 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Stevenage to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 38m.