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 16m and costs £50 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle Coach Station station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

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 16m.

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 16m and costs £50 - £90.

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

The train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria takes 2h 16m 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 16m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Gateshead to Manchester bus arrive?

Gateshead to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus 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 37m to drive from Gateshead to Manchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3611+ 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 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 Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 16m
£50–90
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchesterrideshare 133 mi
2h 57m
£9–17
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 40m
£17–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177 / ...
4h 20m
£13–65
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Manchestercar 130.3 mi
2h 37m
£32–46

Gateshead to Manchester by train

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Manchester Central Coach Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 3h 40m.

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