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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Leigh is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £17 - £27 and takes 4h 23m.

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 St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

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 49m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Leigh?

The distance between Sunderland and Leigh is 147 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 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which takes 4h 23m and costs £17 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m 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 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which takes 4h 23m and costs £17 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 4h 49m.

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 3581+ hotels available in Leigh.

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Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
best
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
4h 23m
£17–27
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 49m
£61–111
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 52m
£27–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Middlesbroughtrain
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
5h 17m
£56–101

Sunderland to Leigh by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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