The average train between Lincoln and South Shields takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 3 hours between Lincoln and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:38 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Lincoln to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Lincoln and South Shields is 205.5 km. The road distance is 280 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newark North Gate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–70 and the journey takes 1h 41m.