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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Whitley Bay via Manchester Victoria and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Bolton to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Bolton and Whitley Bay is 172 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Bolton to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

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

Bolton to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Bolton to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Bolton to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Bolton to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Whitley Bay is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Bolton to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1946+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Bolton to Whitley Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 14m
£55–101
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 49m
£17–28
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Whitley Baycar 131.9 mi
2h 51m
£33–48
Line 37 bus, bus, line 24 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Interchangebus 24
4. Take the subway from South Shields to Whitley Baysubway Yel
7h 39m

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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