What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Whitley Bay is 141 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 37m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2012+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Whitley Bay. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Bay by train, subway, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
2h 37m
£48–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 28m
£14–22
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Whitley Bayrideshare 117.6 mi
2h 22m
Drive 117.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Whitley Baycar 117.6 mi
2h 22m
£29–41
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
4h 38m

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Whitley Bay, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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