The train between Chester and South Shields takes 4h 37m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Chester 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 on demand between Chester and South Shields. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Chester to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Chester to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.
Chester to South Shields train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Chester and South Shields is 222.4 km. The road distance is 316 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.
