What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to South Shields is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to South Shields. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at South Shields via Manchester Victoria and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Oldham to South Shields?

The distance between Oldham and South Shields is 169 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to South Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Oldham to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to South Shields bus from?

Oldham to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to South Shields train from?

Oldham to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Oldham to South Shields?

The best way to get from Oldham to South Shields is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Oldham to South Shields bus arrive?

Oldham to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Oldham to South Shields train arrive?

Oldham to South Shields train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Oldham to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to South Shields is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Oldham to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1934+ hotels available in South Shields.

Oldham to South Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Oldham to South Shields by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 17m
£47–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 9m
£23–37
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to South Shieldscar 126 mi
2h 33m
£32–46
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
2. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway Yel
6h 42m
£25–37

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and South Shields, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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