The average train between Wales and South Shields takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 2 hours between Wales and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:45 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at South Shields station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Wales to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Wales and South Shields is 337.1 km. The road distance is 520 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 4m.