The average train between Clitheroe and South Shields takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 11:42 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe station and arriving at South Shields station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Clitheroe to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Clitheroe to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Clitheroe and South Shields is 140.6 km. The road distance is 281 km.
You can take a train from Clitheroe to South Shields via Blackburn, York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 33m.