The average train between South Shields and Hereford takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Hereford. 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 Hereford. 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 Hereford at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Hereford? 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 Hereford. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Hereford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
South Shields to Hereford train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Hereford train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Hereford station.
The distance between South Shields and Hereford is 337.9 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Hereford via Central Station, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 10m.