The average train between South Shields and Windermere takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Windermere at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Windermere station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
South Shields to Windermere train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Windermere train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
The distance between South Shields and Windermere is 117.1 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Windermere via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 8m.