The average train between Sheffield and North Shields takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:32 PM which arrives into North Shields at 6:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Sheffield to North Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to North Shields train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Sheffield and North Shields is 181.6 km. The road distance is 221 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 1h 55m.