The average train between Hexham and Shildon takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Hexham to Shildon. 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 Hexham and Shildon. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hexham is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Shildon at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hexham to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Hexham station and arriving at Shildon station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Hexham to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hexham station.
Hexham to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shildon station.
Book your Hexham to Shildon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hexham and Shildon is 47.4 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Hexham to Shildon via Newcastle and Darlington in around 2h 25m.