The average train between South Shields and Bangor takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Bangor. 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 South Shields and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Bangor at 10:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Bangor? 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 South Shields to Bangor. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Bangor station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
South Shields to Bangor train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Bangor train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
The distance between South Shields and Bangor is 263.9 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Bangor (Gwynedd) via Central Station, Newcastle, and Newton-le-Willows in around 7h 7m.