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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shildon is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shildon is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shildon?

The distance between Manchester and Shildon is 121 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £21 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Manchester to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Shildon?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shildon is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £21 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Shildon train arrive?

Manchester to Shildon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shildon is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Manchester to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Shildon.

Manchester to Shildon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Shildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 51m
£22–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
3h 27m
£15–47
Drive 105.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shildoncar 105.4 mi
2h 12m
£26–38

Manchester to Shildon by train

111Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £19–120 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £13–45 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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