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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ashington is to bus which costs £7 - £16 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ashington is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ashington?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Ashington via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ashington?

The distance between Manchester and Ashington is 164 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Ashington without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Manchester to Ashington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ashington train from?

Manchester to Ashington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Ashington?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ashington is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Manchester to Ashington train arrive?

Manchester to Ashington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ashington is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Manchester to Ashington.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashington?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Ashington.

Manchester to Ashington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Ashington by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain Northumberland
3h 26m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
4h 55m
£7–16
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ashingtoncar 148.4 mi
2h 59m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 56m
£43–120
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
4h 59m
£10–29

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

41Weekly Planes

4h 21mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Ashington.

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Ashington via Newcastle in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 3h 35m. FlixBus-eu also services this route every 4 hours.

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