The average train between Holyhead and South Shields takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at South Shields station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Holyhead to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Holyhead and South Shields is 280.4 km. The road distance is 452 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to South Shields via Newton-le-Willows, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 24m.