What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £10 - £30 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Manchester and Houghton-Le-Spring is 143 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train and line 20 bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2041+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 20 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, 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, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to DurhamLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Houghton-Le-Spring20 / ...
2h 44m
£30–97
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland InterchangeUk073
3h 41m
£11–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172
3h 26m
£17–38
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring122.1 mi
2h 26m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to YorkLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to DurhamReading - Newcastle / ...
2h 51m
£27–74

Manchester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train and bus

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Distance: 142.5 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Gillas Lane-Dene Gardens via York, Durham, and Bus Station Stand D in around 2h 51m.

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