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South Shields to Holyhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Holyhead takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Holyhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 8m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
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Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain train Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
  2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyheadtrain train Manchester Airport - Holyhead
7h 14m
£97–188

South Shields to Holyhead train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 280.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Holyhead via Central Station, Newcastle, and Newton-le-Willows in around 7h 14m.

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