The train between Leicester and South Shields takes 4h 12m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Leicester 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 on demand between Leicester and South Shields. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 12m.
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No, there is no direct train from Leicester to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Newcastle station via Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Leicester to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Leicester and South Shields is 263.2 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to South Shields via Sheffield, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 12m.