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Reading to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and South Shields takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Reading 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.

4h 27m
Duration
316 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

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4h 19m
£109–193

Reading to South Shields train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Reading and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:12 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 315.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Reading to South Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 19m.

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