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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to North Shields is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 41m.

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 to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Albion Road - Upper Camden Street via Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 or bus from Wigan to North Shields?

The best way to get from Wigan to North Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 47m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Wigan to North Shields bus arrive?

Wigan to North Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 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?

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to North Shields by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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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 47m
£58–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 41m
£23–41
Drive 139.7 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to North Shieldscar 139.7 mi
2h 52m
£34–50
Train, fly, subway
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
3. Take the subway from South Gosforth to North Shieldssubway
6h 12m
£66–165
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 51m
£58–112

Wigan to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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