The average train between South Shields and Essex takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Essex. 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 every 2 hours between South Shields and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Essex station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
South Shields to Essex train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Essex train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at White Notley station.
The distance between South Shields and Essex is 376.4 km. The road distance is 517 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to White Notley via Central Station, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 21m.