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South Shields to Bournemouth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Bournemouth takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. There is an hourly train service from South Shields to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 14m
Duration
388 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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6h 15m
£131–222

South Shields to Bournemouth train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 13m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 41m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 55m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway10h 21m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 35m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 4m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 8m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 8m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 21m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 8m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Bournemouth? 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.

Map of how to get from South Shields to Bournemouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 387.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Bournemouth via Central Station, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 15m.

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