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The average train between Reading and North Shields takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Reading 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.

4h 22m
Duration
313 mi
Distance
£143
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Reading to North Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Reading and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:12 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro3h 49m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 13m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro3h 47m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 14m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 34m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 14m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 34m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 14m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 34m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 14m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 34m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro5h 12m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 49m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 12m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 40m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 12m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 4m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro4h 19m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading 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.

Map of how to get from Reading to North Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 312.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Reading, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Reading to North Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 10m.

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