What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £9 - £17 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle (Station) and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle (Station) and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

The distance between Newcastle (Station) and Manchester is 152 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

The train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Newcastle (Station) to Manchester bus from?

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle (Station) to Manchester train from?

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Newcastle (Station) to Manchester bus arrive?

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle (Station) to Manchester train arrive?

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle (Station) to Manchester is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Newcastle (Station) and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 48m
£50–95
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchesterrideshare 132.3 mi
3h 13m
£9–17
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 54m
£19–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
4h 2m
£16–28
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177 / ...
4h 26m
£27–65
Drive 131.7 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle (Station) to Manchestercar 131.7 mi
2h 37m
£33–47

Newcastle (Station) to Manchester by train

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Newcastle (Station), England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Newcastle (Station) to Manchester Central Coach Station via John Dobson Street, Leeds City Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 3h 54m.

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