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South Shields to Derby trains

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The average train between South Shields and Derby takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 24m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Newcastle to Derbytrain train Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 15m
£74–115

South Shields to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Derby. 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 Derby at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross Country7h 53m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 6m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country2h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 6m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country2h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 6m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country3h 18m • 1 change

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    Nexus MetroCross Country2h 57m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Derby? 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.

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  • Distance: 176.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 17m.

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