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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Sunderland Interchange and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Bolton. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Bolton via Newcastle and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from South Shields to Bolton?

The distance between South Shields and Bolton is 169 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from South Shields to Bolton, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

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

South Shields to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Bolton?

The best way to get from South Shields to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the South Shields to Bolton bus arrive?

South Shields to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Bolton is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from South Shields to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3589+ hotels available in Bolton.

South Shields to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 59m
£47–82
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
6h 2m
£17–25
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Boltoncar 128 mi
2h 45m
£32–46
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
6h 45m
£23–37

South Shields to Bolton by subway and train

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Shiffnall Street via Interchange, Sunderland Interchange, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 2m.

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