The average train between Ulverston and South Shields takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Ulverston 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 hourly between Ulverston and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ulverston is at 10:04 PM which arrives into South Shields at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ulverston 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 Ulverston to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Ulverston station and arriving at South Shields station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Ulverston to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ulverston station.
Ulverston to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Ulverston and South Shields is 139.5 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Ulverston to South Shields via Lancaster, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 2m.