The average train between Windermere and South Shields takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Windermere 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 Windermere and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at South Shields station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Windermere to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Windermere and South Shields is 117.1 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to South Shields via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 35m.