The average train between Inverness and South Shields takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 every 4 hours between Inverness and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:45 PM which arrives into South Shields at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at South Shields station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Inverness to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to South Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Inverness and South Shields is 325.3 km. The road distance is 513 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to South Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 28m.