The average train between Southampton and North Shields takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Southampton to North Shields. 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 Southampton and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into North Shields at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 32m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to North Shields? 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 Southampton to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at North Shields station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Southampton to North Shields train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to North Shields train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Southampton and North Shields is 457.3 km. The road distance is 573 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to North Shields via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Monument in around 5h 18m.