The average train between Nuneaton and South Shields takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nuneaton is at 8:51 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Nuneaton station and arriving at South Shields station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Nuneaton to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Nuneaton to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Nuneaton and South Shields is 275.3 km. The road distance is 438 km.
You can take a train from Nuneaton to South Shields via Peterborough, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 40m.