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South Shields to Runcorn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Shields and Runcorn takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 46m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain train Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 35m
£57–100

South Shields to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between South Shields and Runcorn. 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 Runcorn at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 14m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 59m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 59m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains4h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Nexus MetroTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from South Shields to Runcorn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 201.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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