The average train between Exeter and South Shields takes 6h 59m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 Exeter and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:27 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Exeter and South Shields is 495.7 km. The road distance is 631 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastle every 3 hours. Tickets cost £200–290 and the journey takes 6h 11m.