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South Shields to Burnley trains

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Trip Overview

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.

4h 2m
Duration
153 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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3h 59m
£46–98

South Shields to Burnley train times

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.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited9h 6m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from South Shields to Burnley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 152.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Burnley Manchester Road via Central Station, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 3h 59m.

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