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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh is to bus and line 35 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Leigh is 173 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh, including transfers.

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

Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 39m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3618+ hotels available in Leigh.

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There are 6 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 51m
£61–105
Bus, line 35 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
5h 21m
£19–30
Bus
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 / ...
4h 39m
£21–41
Drive 133.4 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leighcar 133.4 mi
2h 59m
£33–47
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
6h 3m
£58–175
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
6h 17m
£64–158

Newcastle upon Tyne to Leigh by train and bus

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Leigh Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 39m.

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