The average train between South Shields and Montrose takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Montrose. 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 Montrose. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Montrose at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Montrose? 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 Montrose. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Montrose station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
South Shields to Montrose train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Montrose train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Montrose station.
The distance between South Shields and Montrose is 201.1 km. The road distance is 356 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Montrose via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 33m.