What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Manchester is to bus which costs £9 - £29 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Jarrow Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between North Shields and Manchester?

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

How far is it from North Shields to Manchester?

The distance between North Shields and Manchester is 160 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from North Shields to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to Manchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £120.

How long does it take to get from North Shields to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from North Shields to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Manchester bus from?

North Shields to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Manchester train from?

North Shields to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from North Shields station.

Where does the North Shields to Manchester bus arrive?

North Shields to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the North Shields to Manchester train arrive?

North Shields to Manchester train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from North Shields to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Manchester is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from North Shields to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Manchester.

North Shields to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from North Shields to Manchester by subway, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from North Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 33m
£31–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 46m
£10–28
Bus via Sunderland Interchange
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
5h 14m
£16–42
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from North Shields to Manchestercar 135 mi
2h 43m
£34–48

North Shields to Manchester by subway and train

128Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between North Shields, England and Manchester, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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