The average train between Chester and North Shields takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to North 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 Chester and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:23 PM which arrives into North Shields at 12:03 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chester to North 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 Chester to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Chester to North Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.
Chester to North Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Chester and North Shields is 223.8 km. The road distance is 312 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.