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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Manchester is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Manchester. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from South Shields to Manchester?

The distance between South Shields and Manchester is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from South Shields to Manchester, including transfers.

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

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

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

South Shields to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Manchester?

The best way to get from South Shields to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the South Shields to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Manchester train arrive?

South Shields to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Manchester is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from South Shields to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3587+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Manchester 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 Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 23m
£30–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
4h 59m
£22–35
Drive 133.7 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Manchestercar 133.7 mi
2h 41m
£33–48
Line 27 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Monument Market Streetbus 27
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
6h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from South Shields to Manchester.

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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