What is the cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester is to bus which costs £9 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton-on-Tees and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester. However, there are services departing from High Street Stand D and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Stockton-on-Tees and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thornaby and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Manchester is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.3 miles.

How do I travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

The train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester bus from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester train from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.

Train or bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester bus arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester train arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester?

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Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester VictoriaRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 15m
£29–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
3h 58m
£9–33
Drive 104.6 mi
1. Drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester104.6 mi
2h
£26–38

Stockton-on-Tees to Manchester by train

115Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Stockton-on-Tees, England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £29–120 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £7–30 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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