The average train between South Shields and Cornwall takes 11h 59m and the fastest train takes 9h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from South Shields to Cornwall. 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 4 times a day between South Shields and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 11h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from South Shields to Cornwall? 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 Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Bodmin Parkway station via Bodmin Parkway station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.
South Shields to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bodmin Parkway station.
The distance between South Shields and Cornwall is 556.2 km. The road distance is 681 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Bodmin Parkway once daily. Tickets cost £200–300 and the journey takes 7h 44m.