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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Chorley is to subway and bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Chorley is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Interchange, St Peter's Square and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Chorley. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Chorley via Newcastle, Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from South Shields to Chorley?

The distance between South Shields and Chorley is 170 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Chorley without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 3m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from South Shields to Chorley, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Chorley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

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

South Shields to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Chorley?

The best way to get from South Shields to Chorley is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 3m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the South Shields to Chorley bus arrive?

South Shields to Chorley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the South Shields to Chorley train arrive?

South Shields to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Chorley is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from South Shields to Chorley.

Where can I stay near Chorley?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Chorley.

South Shields to Chorley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Chorley by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 3m
£39–99
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
8h 17m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
7h 28m
£27–39
Drive 125.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Chorleycar 125.7 mi
2h 42m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 24m
£50–95

South Shields to Chorley by subway and train

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Chorley via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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