What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Gateshead via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Birmingham and Houghton-Le-Spring is 220 miles. The road distance is 190.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Sheffield, which costs £29 - £95 and takes 6h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2249+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 52m
£114–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
6h 39m
£24–45
Bus via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
6h 17m
£29–90
Drive 189.7 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Springcar 189.7 mi
3h 16m
£47–67
Fly Birmingham Airport to Newcastle
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BHX - NCL
5h 39m
£55–151
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Houghton Le Springbus
5h 27m
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 16m
£79–211
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Houghton Le Springbus
5h 35m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 3m
£159–311

Birmingham to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Houghton Le Spring via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Interchange in around 6h 17m.

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