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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to South Shields is to bus and subway which costs £21 - £40 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Interchange via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at South Shields via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Wigan to South Shields?

The distance between Wigan and South Shields is 176 miles. The road distance is 138.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to South Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Wigan to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Wigan to South Shields?

The best way to get from Wigan to South Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Wigan to South Shields bus arrive?

Wigan to South Shields bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Wigan to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to South Shields is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Wigan to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1951+ hotels available in South Shields.

Wigan to South Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to South Shields by train, bus, car, 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 38m
£58–113
Bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
2. Take the subway from Monument to South Shieldssubway Yel
8h 7m
£22–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 55m
£28–64
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to South Shieldscar 137.9 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£58–112

Wigan to South Shields by train and subway

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3h 38mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to South Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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