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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 20m.

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, Shudehill Interchange and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

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 Victoria and arriving at Park Lane via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

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

The distance between Greater Manchester and Houghton-Le-Spring is 173 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 which takes 4h 51m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 Victoria 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 train which takes 4h 51m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 20m.

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

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland 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 Newcastle 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 2259+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 51m
£46–83
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 20m
£17–25
Drive 124.6 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Springcar 124.6 mi
2h 35m
£32–46
Train via Middlesbrough
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 19m
£42–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 34m
£22–37
Line 111 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Chester Streetbus 111
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Thornabytrain
3. Take the bus from Kirkdale to Peterlee Bus Station Stand Abus X10
4. Take the bus from Peterlee Bus Station Stand D to Hetton Road-Durham Roadbus X1
6h 2m

Greater Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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