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South Shields to Luton trains

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The average train between South Shields and Luton takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from South Shields to Luton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 18m
Duration
307 mi
Distance
£134
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

South Shields to Luton train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between South Shields and Luton. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Luton at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink5h 22m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 58m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Luton? 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.

Map of how to get from South Shields to Luton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 307.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Luton, England?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Luton via Central Station, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 5m.

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