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.
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.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Cannock. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Cannock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
South Shields to Cannock train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Cannock train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
The distance between South Shields and Cannock is 259.6 km. The road distance is 377 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 2h 54m.