The average train between South Shields and Blackburn takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Blackburn. 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 Blackburn. 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 Blackburn at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Blackburn? 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 Blackburn. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Blackburn station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
South Shields to Blackburn train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Blackburn train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Blackburn station.
The distance between South Shields and Blackburn is 154.6 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Blackburn via Central Station, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 4h 15m.