The average train between Nottingham and North Shields takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 8:45 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Nottingham to North Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Nottingham to North Shields train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Nottingham and North Shields is 230.2 km. The road distance is 309 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Grantham to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 55m.