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Wales to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wales and South Shields takes 7h 17m 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.

7h 17m
Duration
323 mi
Distance
£171
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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6h 4m
£142–215

Wales to South Shields train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Wales and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:57 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 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro12h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 28m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 28m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 28m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 16m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNexus Metro6h 28m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Wales to South Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 323.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 4m.

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