What is the cheapest way to get from Leigh to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to South Shields is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £16 - £25 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leigh to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Leigh to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Newton-le-Willows and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Leigh to South Shields?

The distance between Leigh and South Shields is 184 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leigh to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Leigh to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Leigh to South Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Leigh to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to South Shields bus from?

Leigh to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Leigh to South Shields train from?

Leigh to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Leigh to South Shields?

The best way to get from Leigh to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Leigh to South Shields bus arrive?

Leigh to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Leigh to South Shields train arrive?

Leigh to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Leigh to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to South Shields is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Leigh to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1932+ hotels available in South Shields.

Leigh to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leigh to South Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 44m
£53–84
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
6h 5m
£17–25
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to South Shieldscar 136 mi
3h 1m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 20m
£22–37

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and South Shields, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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