What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Fort William and Whitley Bay is 293 miles. The road distance is 244.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Whitley Bay bus from?

Fort William to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort William station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Whitley Bay train from?

Fort William to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Fort William to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Fort William to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Fort William to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Fort William to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Fort William to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Whitley Bay is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Fort William to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2014+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
7h 15m
£84–178
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
7h 27m
£26–41
Drive 242.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Whitley Baycar 242.7 mi
4h 50m
£60–86
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Buildingbus
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
7h 6m
£65–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Belford Hospital to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
10h 5m
£49–109
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
8h 8m
£47–177
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
8h 46m
£112–229

Fort William to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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Distance: 291.4 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort William to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via George Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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