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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Seaham is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Seaham is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Seaham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at New Strangford Road via Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Seaham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Seaham via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Manchester to Seaham?

The distance between Manchester and Seaham is 149 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Seaham without a car is to train and line 65 bus which takes 3h 25m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Manchester to Seaham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Seaham bus from?

Manchester to Seaham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Seaham train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Seaham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Seaham is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Manchester to Seaham bus arrive?

Manchester to Seaham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Seaham train arrive?

Manchester to Seaham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Seaham is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Manchester to Seaham.

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

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Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1764+ hotels available in Seaham.

Manchester to Seaham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 65 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 65 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to DurhamLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand E to New Strangford Road65
3h 25m
£31–98
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland InterchangeUk073
3h 47m
£11–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172
3h 32m
£17–38
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Seaham125.8 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to YorkLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to SeahamLondon Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
3h 33m
£39–64

Manchester to Seaham by train and bus

100Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Seaham, County Durham, 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 Seaham via York in around 3h 33m.

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