The average train between Oldham and South Shields takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Oldham 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 Oldham and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oldham is at 11:38 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oldham 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 Oldham to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Oldham station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Oldham to South Shields train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Oldham to South Shields train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Oldham and South Shields is 168.1 km. The road distance is 264 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 23m.