The average train between Salford and South Shields takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Salford 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 Salford and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 9:47 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Salford to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Salford to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Salford to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Salford and South Shields is 177 km. The road distance is 260 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m.