What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to subway and bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The distance between South Shields and Manchester Piccadilly Station is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus from?

South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station train from?

South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The best way to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

Where can I stay near Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station

Q: How long does it take to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station, including transfers.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 50m
£52–93
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
6h 30m
£18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
5h 30m
£25–60
Drive 134 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Stationcar 134 mi
2h 42m
£33–47

South Shields to Manchester Piccadilly Station by bus and foot

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Manchester Piccadilly Station, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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