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Compare coach and train for Leeds to South Shields
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to South Shields among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 134 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£26 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to South Shields
Trains from Leeds to South Shields run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 19:08 |
FAQs: Leeds to South Shields train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and South Shields
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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