The average train between South Shields and Burnley takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Burnley. 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 Burnley. 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 Burnley at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Burnley? 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 Burnley. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Burnley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
South Shields to Burnley train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Burnley train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.
The distance between South Shields and Burnley is 144.2 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Burnley Manchester Road via Central Station, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 3h 59m.