The average train between Hemel Hempstead and South Shields takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hemel Hempstead is at 9:12 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Hemel Hempstead to South Shields train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Hemel Hempstead to South Shields train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Hemel Hempstead and South Shields is 366.6 km. The road distance is 487 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m.