What is the cheapest way to get from County Durham to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from County Durham to Manchester is to bus which costs £13 - £50 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Durham to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from County Durham to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between County Durham and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from County Durham to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from County Durham to Manchester?

The distance between County Durham and Manchester is 124 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

How do I travel from County Durham to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from County Durham to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £90.

How long does it take to get from County Durham to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from County Durham to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Durham to Manchester train from?

County Durham to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bishop Auckland station.

Train or bus from County Durham to Manchester?

The best way to get from County Durham to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £50 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the County Durham to Manchester train arrive?

County Durham to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from County Durham to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between County Durham to Manchester is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from County Durham to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from County Durham to Manchester?

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County Durham to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from County Durham to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bishop Auckland to Darlingtontrain Bishop Auckland - Saltburn / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 42m
£24–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
4h 10m
£13–46
Drive 107.8 mi
1. Drive from County Durham to Manchestercar 107.8 mi
2h 19m
£27–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bishop Auckland to Middlesbroughtrain Bishop Auckland - Saltburn / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
4h 23m

County Durham to Manchester by train

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Distance: 123.1 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between County Durham, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Bishop Auckland to Manchester Victoria via Darlington in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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