The average train between South Shields and Manchester Airport (MAN) takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Manchester Airport (MAN). 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 Airport (MAN). The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Manchester Airport (MAN) at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Manchester Airport (MAN)? 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 Airport (MAN). However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN) station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
South Shields to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Manchester Airport station.
The distance between South Shields and Manchester Airport (MAN) is 189.8 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Manchester Airport via Central Station, Newcastle, and York in around 3h 51m.