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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to South Shields
Cheapest price
£172
Average price
£173
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to South Shields is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to South Shields will cost around £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £172.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham for South Shields every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to South Shields
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to South Shields among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 282 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£118 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to South Shields train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to South Shields trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:03 Birmingham | 3h55 | 11:58 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to South Shields
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Trains from Birmingham to South Shields run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham to South Shields trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham and South Shields from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to South Shields train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to South Shields by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Shields, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and South Shields
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Witton Road - under the railway bridge at public service bus stop at bottom of station ramp to Walsall bound platform
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