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South Shields to Trafford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Trafford takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from South Shields to Trafford. 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 54m
Duration
161 mi
Distance
£58
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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3h 57m
£46–79

South Shields to Trafford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between South Shields and Trafford. 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 Trafford at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink10h • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink8h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 48m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 48m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 45m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 30m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 30m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 45m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Trafford? 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 Trafford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 161.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 54m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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