The average train between North Shields and Southampton takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from North Shields to Southampton. 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 North Shields and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from North Shields is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Monument and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from North Shields to Southampton? 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 North Shields to Southampton. However, there are services departing from North Shields station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
North Shields to Southampton train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Southampton train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Southampton Central station.
The distance between North Shields and Southampton is 457.3 km. The road distance is 573 km.
You can take a subway from North Shields to Southampton Central via Monument, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 29m.