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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Wigan is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Wigan is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Wallgate via Interchange, St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Wigan. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Wigan North Western via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from South Shields to Wigan?

The distance between South Shields and Wigan is 176 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Wigan without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from South Shields to Wigan, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Shields to Wigan?

The best way to get from South Shields to Wigan is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the South Shields to Wigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Shields to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Wigan is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from South Shields to Wigan.

Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 1028+ hotels available in Wigan.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Wigan 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 Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 56m
£54–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
7h 4m
£22–35
Drive 137.8 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Wigancar 137.8 mi
2h 48m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
4h 26m
£49–91
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
7h 21m
£25–41

South Shields to Wigan by subway and train

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a subway from South Shields to Wigan North Western via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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