The average train between Montrose and South Shields takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Montrose 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 5 times a day between Montrose and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 8:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montrose is at 6:59 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Montrose to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Montrose station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Montrose to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Montrose station.
Montrose to South Shields train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Montrose and South Shields is 201.1 km. The road distance is 356 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Montrose to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week.