The average train between Motherwell and South Shields takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell 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 4 times a day between Motherwell and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 10:04 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Motherwell to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Motherwell and South Shields is 184 km. The road distance is 273 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Newcastle 3 times a day. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week.
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