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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to North Shields is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Nile Street via Market Street, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at North Shields via Carlisle and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Wigan to North Shields?

The distance between Wigan and North Shields is 173 miles. The road distance is 140.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to North Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Wigan to North Shields, including transfers.

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

Wigan to North Shields bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

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

Wigan to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train, bus or fly from Wigan to North Shields?

The best way to get from Wigan to North Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus and line 301 bus, which costs and takes 7h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Wigan to North Shields bus arrive?

Wigan to North Shields bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bag Lane station.

Where does the Wigan to North Shields train arrive?

Wigan to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Wigan to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to North Shields is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Wigan to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1973+ hotels available in North Shields.

Wigan to North Shields - 6 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, and bus

How to get fromWigan to North Shields

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Wigan to North Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 46m
£59–111
Drive 139.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to North Shieldscar 139.7 mi
2h 52m
£35–50
Line 132 bus, bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Bag Lanebus 132
2. Take the bus from Market Street to Manchester Town Hallbus V2
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
4. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Nile Streetbus 301
7h 37m
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
6h 4m
£77–168
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 51m
£58–106
Line 610 bus, bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Clayton Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to St Peter's Squarebus V1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
4. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
8h 35m

Wigan to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

218Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wigan to North Shields.

Launch map view

Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to North Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Nile Street via Bag Lane, Market Street, Manchester Town Hall, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Monument Market Street in around 7h 37m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.