The average train between South Shields and Leicester takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Leicester. 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 Leicester. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Leicester at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Leicester station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
South Shields to Leicester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Leicester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Leicester station.
The distance between South Shields and Leicester is 263.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Leicester via Central Station, Newcastle, and Sheffield in around 4h 10m.