The average train between Stirling and North Shields takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is an hourly train service from Stirling 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 Stirling and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Stirling is at 11:53 PM which arrives into North Shields at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stirling 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 Stirling to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at North Shields station via Edinburgh Waverley station and Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Stirling to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to North Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at North Shields station.
The distance between Stirling and North Shields is 198.7 km. The road distance is 235 km.
There is no direct connection from Stirling to North Shields. However, you can take the train to Edinburgh Waverley, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to North Shields.