The average train between Norwich and South Shields takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Norwich 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 Norwich and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norwich is at 8:09 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Norwich 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 Norwich to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at South Shields station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Norwich to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to South Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Norwich and South Shields is 318.7 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Norwich to South Shields via Peterborough, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 49m.