The average train between Manchester and North Shields takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to North 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 Manchester and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 9:47 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 13m • 1 change

3h 3m • 1 change

3h 3m • 1 change

3h 3m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 56m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Manchester to North 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 Manchester to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Manchester to North Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to North Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Manchester and North Shields is 178.3 km. The road distance is 248 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 23m.