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The train between South Shields and Chester takes 5h 15m. The train runs, on average, once a week from South Shields to Chester. 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 on demand between South Shields and Chester. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 15m.
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No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Chester. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Newton-le-Willows station via Newton-le-Willows station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
South Shields to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.
The distance between South Shields and Chester is 222.4 km. The road distance is 275 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 3h 7m.
