What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Manchester is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Albion Road-Sidney Street and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via John Dobson Street and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between North Shields and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from North Shields to Manchester. However, there are services departing from North Shields and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from North Shields to Manchester?

The distance between North Shields and Manchester is 165 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from North Shields to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from North Shields to Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from North Shields to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Manchester bus from?

North Shields to Manchester bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Albion Road-Sidney Street station.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Manchester train from?

North Shields to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from North Shields to Manchester?

The best way to get from North Shields to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 301 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the North Shields to Manchester bus arrive?

North Shields to Manchester bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Monument Market Street station.

Where does the North Shields to Manchester train arrive?

North Shields to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from North Shields to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Manchester is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from North Shields to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Manchester.

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There are 4 ways to get from North Shields to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 5m
£52–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 46m
£15–25
Line 301 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Monument Market Streetbus 301
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
5h 32m
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from North Shields to Manchestercar 135 mi
2h 43m
£33–48

North Shields to Manchester by subway and train

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between North Shields, 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 bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Manchester Central Coach Station via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, Leeds City Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 32m.

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