London to Shildon train with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Sun 20 Sept
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Shildon

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£101

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£101

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

5 h 36 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

5 h 36 m

Trains on 20 Sept

1

Distance

362 km

Cheap tickets

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 £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Shildon, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 362 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.

  • East Midlands Railway
    12:025h36
    London
    17:38Shildon
    £1011One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

London to Shildon train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Shildon trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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East Midlands Railway12:02 London
5h36
17:38 Shildon0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Shildon

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Take a train from London to Shildon and enjoy the approximately 362 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 21:59.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
362 km
First train
6:29
Last train
21:59
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from London to Shildon trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between London and Shildon. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
£150
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
10 a day

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.

FAQs
The train distance from London to Shildon is 362 km.
The first train from London to Shildon leaves at 6:29.
The last train from London to Shildon departs at 21:59.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Shildon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Shildon.
To get from London to Shildon, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from London to Shildon.
The train station in London that goes to Shildon is London Kings Cross (KGX), and it arrives at Shildon station (SHD).
Booking trains from London to Shildon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Shildon offers varied scenery, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the serene countryside views of the North East, including glimpses of rolling hills and quaint villages along the route.
A visit to Shildon can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, as it is home to the Shildon Locomotion Museum, which is a key attraction, along with local cafes and scenic walks in the area.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Shildon.

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.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Shildon
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £14 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min

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.

London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min

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.

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