The average train between North Shields and Lowestoft takes 7h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from North Shields to Lowestoft. 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 Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from North Shields is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Monument and take an average of 7h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from North Shields to Lowestoft? 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 Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from North Shields station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.
North Shields to Lowestoft train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Lowestoft train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Norwich station.
The distance between North Shields and Lowestoft is 352.3 km. The road distance is 492 km.
You can take a subway from North Shields to Lowestoft via Monument, Newcastle, Peterborough, and Norwich in around 6h 58m.