The average train between South Shields and Hatfield takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Hatfield. 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 Hatfield. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Hatfield at 5:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 59m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 59m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 59m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes


3h 29m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Hatfield? 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 Hatfield. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Hatfield station via Stevenage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
South Shields to Hatfield train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Hatfield train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Stevenage station.
The distance between South Shields and Hatfield is 368.5 km. The road distance is 418 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Stevenage hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 36m.