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Rotherham to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and South Shields takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 17m
Duration
135 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train, subway

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2h 41m
£33–88

Rotherham to South Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Rotherham and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:42 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryNexus Metro2h 48m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 37m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 22m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryNexus Metro2h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro3h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham 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.

Map of how to get from Rotherham to South Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 134.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to South Shields via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 26m.

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