The average bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and South Shields takes 5h 23m and the fastest bus takes 4h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ashton-under-Lyne to South Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Ashton-under-Lyne and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 11:36 PM which arrives into South Shields at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly Gardens and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to South Shields? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne station and arriving at South Shields station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Ashton-under-Lyne to South Shields bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to South Shields bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Interchange station.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and South Shields is 173.4 km. The road distance is 234 km.
National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.