What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus via Leeds which costs £18 - £30 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Manchester and Newcastle upon Tyne is 148 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Book your Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Book your Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2h 23m
£40–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 177 / ...
4h 15m
£16–40
Drive 131.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tynecar 131.7 mi
2h 39m
£33–48
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 & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
4h 21m
£18–29

Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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