The train between Wales and South Shields takes 6h 9m. The train runs, on average, once a week 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 on demand between Wales and South Shields. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 9m.
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No, there is no direct train from Wales to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Newcastle station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.
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 494 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 9m.