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.
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.

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No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Derby. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Derby station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
South Shields to Derby train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Derby train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Derby station.
The distance between South Shields and Derby is 230.8 km. The road distance is 284 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 17m.