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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birtley is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 19m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Birtley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Birtley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Gateshead via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Manchester to Birtley?

The distance between Manchester and Birtley is 158 miles. The road distance is 126.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Birtley without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Manchester to Birtley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birtley bus from?

Manchester to Birtley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birtley train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Birtley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birtley is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Manchester to Birtley bus arrive?

Manchester to Birtley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Manchester to Birtley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Birtley?

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

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 1976+ hotels available in Birtley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 10m
£55–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
4h 19m
£15–25
Drive 125.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Birtleycar 125.6 mi
2h 31m
£31–44
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 51m
£18–37

Manchester to Birtley by train, subway, and bus

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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