The average train between Hitchin and South Shields takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Hitchin 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 Hitchin and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hitchin is at 8:41 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Stevenage and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hitchin 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 Hitchin to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Hitchin station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Hitchin to South Shields train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Stevenage station.
Hitchin to South Shields train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Hitchin and South Shields is 347.5 km. The road distance is 409 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Stevenage to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m.