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South Shields to Morecambe trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Morecambe takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is an hourly train service from South Shields to Morecambe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 32m
Duration
139 mi
Distance
£58
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 17m
£44–85

South Shields to Morecambe train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Morecambe. 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 Morecambe at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast3h 11m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 12m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 5m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 10m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 28m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 13m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 12m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 139.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Lancaster via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 17m.

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