The average train between South Shields and Cardiff takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from South Shields to Cardiff. 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 every 2 hours between South Shields and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Cardiff? 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 South Shields to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Cardiff station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
South Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Cardiff train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between South Shields and Cardiff is 408.1 km. The road distance is 520 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Cardiff Central via Central Station, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 37m.