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The average train between South Shields and Whitehaven takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Whitehaven. 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 57m
Duration
110 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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4h 1m
£37–69

South Shields to Whitehaven train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Whitehaven? 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 Whitehaven.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 110 mi
  • Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Whitehaven via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 4h 1m.

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