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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus via Eldon Square Bus Station which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Sunderland via Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Houghton-Le-Spring is 164 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Thornaby station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2252+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Houghton Le Springbus X1 / ...
4h 23m
Bus via Eldon Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 15m
£18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 31m
£21–37
Drive 124.6 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Springcar 124.6 mi
2h 35m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Thornabytrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 12m
£42–81

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by bus

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside Road to Houghton Cut Slip Road via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Thornaby, Sunderland, and Interchange in around 5h 12m.

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