What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle Port and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle Port to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Meadow Well and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Newcastle Port to Manchester?

The distance between Newcastle Port and Manchester is 161 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Port to Manchester train from?

Newcastle Port to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Meadow Well station.

Where does the Newcastle Port to Manchester train arrive?

Newcastle Port to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle Port to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle Port to Manchester is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Newcastle Port to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3609+ hotels available in Manchester.

Newcastle Port to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle Port to Manchester by subway, train, ferry, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Meadow Well to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 37m
£44–80
Drive 134.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle Port to Manchestercar 134.6 mi
2h 42m
£34–49
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
5h 41m
Ferry, line 27 bus, bus
1. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Station Road-Industrial Estate to Monument Market Streetbus 27
3. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
6h 23m

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Newcastle Port, England and Manchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Newcastle Port to Manchester. However, you can take the subway to Central Station, walk to Newcastle, then take the train to Manchester Victoria. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Manchester Central Coach Station via South Shields Ferry Terminal, Station Road-Industrial Estate, and Interchange in around 5h 41m.

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