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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay is to train and fly which takes 4h 24m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Whitley Bay via Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Cardiff and Whitley Bay is 427 miles. The road distance is 312.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 36m and costs £150 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Cardiff to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay is to train via London which takes 5h 36m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Cardiff to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Cardiff to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Whitley Bay is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1955+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Cardiff to Whitley Bay - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 36m
£157–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 20m
£35–60
Drive 310.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whitley Baycar 310.7 mi
5h 29m
£77–111
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 24m
£46–122
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 30m
£175–245
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 7m
£174–261
Train #3
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
7h 45m
£120–212
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 9m
£123–402
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 38m
£93–253

Cardiff to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.1 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Whitley Bay via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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