What is the cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £9 - £17 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gateshead to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Manchester?

The distance between Gateshead and Manchester is 148 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

How do I travel from Gateshead to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Gateshead to Manchester?

The train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Manchester bus from?

Gateshead to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Manchester train from?

Gateshead to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Manchester?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Gateshead to Manchester bus arrive?

Gateshead to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Gateshead to Manchester train arrive?

Gateshead to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Manchester is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Gateshead to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Gateshead to Manchester?

Book your Gateshead to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gateshead to Manchester?

Book your Gateshead to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3413+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Gateshead to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gateshead and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Gateshead to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gateshead to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester VictoriaNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 19m
£30–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
3h 50m
£7–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester132.4 mi
2h 57m
£9–17
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Manchester130.3 mi
2h 35m
£33–47

Gateshead to Manchester by train

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £7–27 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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