What is the cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Leigh?

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Leigh is to bus and line 35 bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Leigh?

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Leigh?

The distance between Sunderland and Leigh is 185 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sunderland to Leigh without a car?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Sunderland to Leigh?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Sunderland to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Leigh bus from?

Sunderland to Leigh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Leigh train from?

Sunderland to Leigh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Leigh?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 35 bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Sunderland to Leigh bus arrive?

Sunderland to Leigh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Sunderland to Leigh train arrive?

Sunderland to Leigh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Leigh is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Sunderland to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3587+ hotels available in Leigh.

Sunderland to Leigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 35 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Leigh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 42m
£60–108
Bus, line 35 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
4h 46m
£15–23
Drive 137.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Leighcar 137.8 mi
2h 34m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
4h 48m
£27–63

Sunderland to Leigh by train and bus

122Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Leigh Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens in around 4h 46m.

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