The average train between Walsall and South Shields takes 5h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Walsall 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 Walsall and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 11:32 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Walsall 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 Walsall to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Newcastle station via Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.
Walsall to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Walsall to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Walsall and South Shields is 270.8 km. The road distance is 316 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h.