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South Shields to Cannock trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Cannock takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Cannock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 8m
Duration
234 mi
Distance
£122
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

South Shields to Cannock train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Cannock. 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 Cannock at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 27m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains11h 7m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains9h 27m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 27m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Cannock? 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 Cannock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 234 mi
  • Duration: 5h 8m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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