What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Whitley Bay via Leeds and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Barnsley and Whitley Bay is 144 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Whitley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Whitley Bay bus from?

Barnsley to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Whitley Bay train from?

Barnsley to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Barnsley to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Barnsley to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Barnsley to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Barnsley to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Whitley Bay is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Barnsley to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2009+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnsley to Whitley Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 21m
£47–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 56m
£17–28
Drive 121.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Whitley Baycar 121.9 mi
2h 8m
£30–43

Barnsley to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Whitley Bay via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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