The average train between Worcester and South Shields takes 6h and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Worcester 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 3 hours between Worcester and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:06 PM which arrives into South Shields at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Worcester station and arriving at South Shields station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Worcester to South Shields train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Worcester Foregate Street station.
Worcester to South Shields train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Worcester and South Shields is 316.7 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Foregate Street to South Shields via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 48m.