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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shildon is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £14 - £29 and takes 4h 58m.

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 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at King William via Tubwell Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

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 £25 - £80.

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 bus from?

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

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 £25 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Manchester to Shildon bus arrive?

Manchester to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

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 11m to drive from Manchester to Shildon.

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

Book your Manchester to Shildon train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Shildon.

Manchester to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 5 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Shildon 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to DarlingtonLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 51m
£26–79
Bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station Stand 11
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 17 to Tubwell RowX66 / ...
3. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to St Johns Church1 / ...
4h 58m
£14–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre177
3h 6m
£16–37
Drive 105.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shildon105.4 mi
2h 11m
£26–38

Manchester to Shildon by train

112Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Shildon.

Launch map view

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 £23–80 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.