The average train between Lowestoft and South Shields takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowestoft is at 11:20 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft station and arriving at South Shields station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Lowestoft to South Shields train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Norwich station.
Lowestoft to South Shields train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Lowestoft and South Shields is 350 km. The road distance is 496 km.
You can take a train from Lowestoft to South Shields via Norwich, Peterborough, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 22m.