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South Shields to Blackpool trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Blackpool takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Blackpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 30m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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4h 6m
£46–116

South Shields to Blackpool train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 177.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Blackpool North via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 6m.

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