The average train between Exeter and South Shields takes 6h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Exeter and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:52 PM which arrives into South Shields at 11:53 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at South Shields station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.
Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to South Shields train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Exeter and South Shields is 495.7 km. The road distance is 728 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to South Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 1m.