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Wakefield to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wakefield and South Shields takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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.

2h 26m
Duration
125 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain train Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 22m
£64–91

Wakefield to South Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Wakefield and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 7:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 8:47 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 124.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and South Shields, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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