The average train between Scarborough and North Shields takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough to North 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 every 3 hours between Scarborough and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:44 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Scarborough to North 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 Scarborough to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at North Shields station via York station and Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Scarborough to North Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to North Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at North Shields station.
The distance between Scarborough and North Shields is 106 km. The road distance is 141 km.
There is no direct connection from Scarborough to North Shields. However, you can take the train to York, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to North Shields.