The average train between North Shields and Cardiff takes 7h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from North Shields to Cardiff. 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 2 hours between North Shields and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from North Shields is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Monument and take an average of 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from North Shields to Cardiff? 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 North Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from North Shields station and arriving at Cardiff station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.
North Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between North Shields and Cardiff is 409.7 km. The road distance is 515 km.
You can take a subway from North Shields to Cardiff Central via Monument, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 43m.