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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 11h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay is to train and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs £90 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via London Victoria and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Whitley Bay via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Bournemouth and Whitley Bay is 389 miles. The road distance is 353.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

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

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Whitley Bay is 353 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1951+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 41m
£133–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn10
11h 23m
£42–76
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
11h
£48–78
Drive 351.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Whitley Baycar 351.3 mi
5h 54m
£88–126
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 33m
£90–233
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
7h 14m
£169–258
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 54m
£64–282
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
6h 20m
£72–173

Bournemouth to Whitley Bay by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 387.2 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Whitley Bay via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 11h.

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