How to get from South Shields to Ashington by train and underground?

From South Shields to Ashington by train and underground

To get from South Shields to Ashington in Northumberland, take the YEL underground from South Shields station to Central Station station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Newcastle station to Ashington station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The train and underground schedule from South Shields may change. We recommend you check the updated train and underground schedule to Ashington on the Moovit app.

79min
Underground - YEL
Underground - YEL
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Ashington
Leaves from South Shields

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from underground station
    Start from underground station
    South Shields
  • 2
    Underground - YELYEL
    Wait for underground
    YEL
    Newcastle upon Tyne
  • 3
    Ride to underground station
    Ride to underground station
    Central Station
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newcastle
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Ashington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashington
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ashington
    Walk to
    Ashington
    Station Road
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from South Shields to Ashington

The distance between South Shields, Northumberland and Ashington, Northumberland is approximately 47.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Shields to Ashington by train and underground, so no matter how you choose to travel in Northumberland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train And Underground timetable from South Shields to Ashington

To check the train and underground timetable from South Shields to Ashington using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Shields) and destination (Ashington), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train and underground routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train and underground, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train and underground timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Ashington?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Underground line YEL, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct underground between South Shields and Ashington?

    No, you’ll have to take one underground line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which underground line goes from South Shields to Ashington?

    The YEL underground line goes from Central Station near South Shields in South Tyneside to Newcastle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Newcastle station near Ashington in Northumberland.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Shields to Ashington by underground and train?

    The total travel time between South Shields in South Tyneside and Ashington in Northumberland by underground and train is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the underground near South Shields to get to Ashington?

    Get on the YEL underground from the Central Station near South Shields in South Tyneside.

  • Where do I get off the underground when travelling between South Shields and Ashington?

    Get off the underground at the Newcastle station, which is closest to Ashington in Northumberland.

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