What is the cheapest way to get from Birtley to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birtley to Manchester is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birtley to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birtley to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birtley and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birtley station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Durham Road-Fire Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Birtley and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birtley to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Gateshead and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Birtley to Manchester?

The distance between Birtley and Manchester is 158 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birtley to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Birtley to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Birtley to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Birtley to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birtley to Manchester bus from?

Birtley to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Birtley to Manchester train from?

Birtley to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Birtley to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birtley to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Birtley to Manchester bus arrive?

Birtley to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birtley to Manchester train arrive?

Birtley to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Birtley to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birtley to Manchester is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Birtley to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3622+ hotels available in Manchester.

Birtley to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birtley to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 59m
£52–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 22m
£14–24
Drive 125.4 mi
1. Drive from Birtley to Manchestercar 125.4 mi
2h 31m
£31–45
Bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
6h 8m
£30–73

Birtley to Manchester by bus, subway, and train

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Birtley, Gateshead, England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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