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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from South Shields to West Ham for your selected date and time.
For a connecting journey, check the interchange station, connection time and any transfer between stations. Review the whole itinerary and ticket conditions before paying.
Before you start your journey
Departing from South Shields
- Departure station
- South Shields station guide
- Address
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- Keppel Street, NE33 1LH
Operators serving South Shields
- Tyne & Wear Metro
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at South Shields
- Shelter
Parking & meeting your train
- Chapter Row (paid)
Explore the area around South Shields
- Arbeia Roman Fort
- South Shields Beach
About your departure station
South Shields station (1879) was rebuilt in 1984 as the terminus of the Tyne & Wear Metros South Shields extension.
Serving 1.5 million annual passengers, the modern station provides easy access to the town center and ferry terminal.
Recent upgrades improved accessibility and security.
The station plays a key role in Tynesides integrated transport network, particularly for commuters and seaside visitors.
Future developments include better cycling facilities as part of South Shields seafront regeneration plans.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from South Shields to West Ham?
Open the ticket search and enter South Shields as your departure station and West Ham as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between South Shields and West Ham?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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