The average train between Torquay and South Shields takes 8h 12m and the fastest train takes 7h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Torquay to South 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 every 3 hours between Torquay and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 3:27 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 8h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Torquay to South 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 Torquay to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.
Torquay to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Torquay and South Shields is 523.7 km. The road distance is 673 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newton Abbot to Newcastle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £220–310 and the journey takes 6h 32m.