The average train between Ilford and South Shields takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Ilford 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 Ilford and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 9:28 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station 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 Ilford to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Ilford to South Shields train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from King's Cross station.
Ilford to South Shields train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Ilford and South Shields is 395.4 km. The road distance is 462 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 37m.
