The average train between Leicester and South Shields takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Leicester and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 8:09 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at South Shields station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Leicester to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Leicester and South Shields is 263.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to South Shields via Sheffield, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 5m.