What is the cheapest way to get from Leigh to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Sunderland is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leigh to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Newton-le-Willows and arriving at Sunderland via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Leigh to Sunderland?

The distance between Leigh and Sunderland is 181 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from Leigh to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Leigh to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Leigh to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Leigh to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Sunderland bus from?

Leigh to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Leigh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Leigh to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Leigh to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Leigh to Sunderland bus arrive?

Leigh to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Manchester Town Hall station.

Where does the Leigh to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leigh to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Sunderland is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Leigh to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Leigh to Sunderland 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 30m
£61–112
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Manchester Town Hallbus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 19m
£17–27
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Sunderlandcar 137.7 mi
2h 34m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 34m
£26–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Oxford Road Stationbus V1
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
5h 42m
£55–102

Leigh to Sunderland by bus and train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Sunderland, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange via Manchester Town Hall and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 19m.

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