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Preston to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and South Shields takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is an hourly train service from Preston 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.

3h 39m
Duration
160 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 22m
£38–103

Preston to South Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:41 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 160.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Preston, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Preston to South Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 22m.

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