The average train between South Shields and London takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from South Shields to London. 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 30 minutes between South Shields and London. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into London at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from South Shields to London. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at London station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
South Shields to London train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to London train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at King's Cross station.
The distance between South Shields and London is 397.7 km. The road distance is 446 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 44m.
