What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to North Shields is to drive which costs £65 - £110 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Reading to North Shields is to train and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Reading and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at North Shields via Paddington, King's Cross and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to North Shields?

The distance between Reading and North Shields is 315 miles. The road distance is 284.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to North Shields without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 28m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Reading to North Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Reading to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to North Shields train from?

Reading to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to North Shields train arrive?

Reading to North Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to North Shields is 285 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Reading to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1969+ hotels available in North Shields.

Reading to North Shields - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

How to get fromReading to North Shields

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to North Shields by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 28m
£108–192
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 56m
£61–291
Drive 283.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to North Shieldscar 283.2 mi
5h
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 29m
£160–224
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain
6h 31m
£85–167
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 54m
£101–229
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 51m
£68–159
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 3m
£119–392

Reading to North Shields by train, subway, and foot

315Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to North Shields.

Launch map view

Distance: 312.9 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Reading to North Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 28m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.