The average train between Shildon and Hexham takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon to Hexham. 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 Hexham. 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 Hexham at 6:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shildon to Hexham? 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 Hexham. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Hexham station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Shildon to Hexham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shildon station.
Shildon to Hexham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hexham station.
Book your Shildon to Hexham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Shildon and Hexham is 47.4 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Shildon to Hexham via Darlington and Newcastle in around 2h.