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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from 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 3h 30m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Houghton-Le-Spring is 166 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 44m.

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

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2270+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 30m
£47–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
3h 44m
£15–23
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Springcar 122.1 mi
2h 27m
£31–44
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
4h 9m
£21–35

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

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Distance: 164.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 23m. 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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