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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Nethergate and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Dundee to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Dundee and Whitley Bay is 192 miles. The road distance is 169.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Dundee to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Dundee to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Nethergate station.

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

Dundee to Whitley Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Dundee to Whitley Bay is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dundee to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Dundee to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Dundee to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Dundee to Whitley Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Whitley Bay is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Dundee to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1953+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 35m
£42–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 30m
£19–28
Drive 168.2 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Whitley Baycar 168.2 mi
3h 19m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Cupar to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£80–120

Dundee to Whitley Bay by bus and foot

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nethergate to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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