The average train between South Shields and Manchester takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Manchester. 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 Manchester. 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 Manchester at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Manchester? 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 Manchester. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
South Shields to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
The distance between South Shields and Manchester is 176.7 km. The road distance is 253 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 18m.