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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Trafford is to subway and bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Trafford is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Westinghouse Road via Interchange and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Trafford. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Parkway via Newcastle and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from South Shields to Trafford?

The distance between South Shields and Trafford is 166 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Trafford without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from South Shields to Trafford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Trafford?

The best way to get from South Shields to Trafford is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the South Shields to Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Trafford is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from South Shields to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3635+ hotels available in Trafford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 27m
£54–102
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 54m
£18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
5h 56m
£27–62
Drive 138.6 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Traffordcar 138.6 mi
2h 46m
£34–49

South Shields to Trafford by bus

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 48m. 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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