The average train between South Shields and Bournemouth takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 33m. 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.
Trains run hourly between South Shields and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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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.
No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Bournemouth station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.
South Shields to Bournemouth train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Bournemouth train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Bournemouth station.
The distance between South Shields and Bournemouth is 476.6 km. The road distance is 624 km.
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 4m.