The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Shildon
Cheapest price
£150
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Shildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shildon will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £150.
To travel from London to Shildon you need to make at least one change.
6:333h08London9:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
7:333h08London10:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
8:333h08London11:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
9:333h08London12:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
10:333h08London13:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
6:333h08London9:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
7:333h08London10:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
8:333h08London11:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
9:333h08London12:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
10:333h08London13:41Shildon£1501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Shildon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Shildon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 362 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£76 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Shildon train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shildon trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:33 London | 3h08 | 9:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:33 London | 3h08 | 10:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:33 London | 3h08 | 11:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:33 London | 3h08 | 12:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:33 London | 3h08 | 13:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:33 London | 3h08 | 14:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:33 London | 3h08 | 15:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:33 London | 3h08 | 16:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:33 London | 3h08 | 17:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:33 London | 3h08 | 18:41 Shildon | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Shildon by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Shildon
Trains from London to Shildon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 362 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 6:29 |
Last train 21:59 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from London to Shildon trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between London and Shildon from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: London to Shildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shildon 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 Shildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Shildon
Most London to Shildon trains use the London Kings Cross to Shildon station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Shildon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 4 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 4 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminal 4. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shildon station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Shildon from Shildon city centre
Shildon train station facilities and services
Shildon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shildon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shildon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shildon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Ramped access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. Step free access from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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