The average train between Shildon and Gateshead takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 57 min. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon to Gateshead. 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 Shildon and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Shildon to Gateshead? 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 Shildon to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Gateshead station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Shildon to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shildon station.
Shildon to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Shildon to Gateshead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Shildon and Gateshead is 36.5 km. The road distance is 72 km.
You can take a train from Shildon to Newcastle via Darlington in around 1h.