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South Shields to Ulverston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Ulverston takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Ulverston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 48m
Duration
164 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain train
  3. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain train
4h 28m
£52–101

South Shields to Ulverston train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Ulverston. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Ulverston at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 51m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited9h 35m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Ulverston? 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 Ulverston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Ulverston via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Lancaster in around 4h 28m.

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