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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Whitley Bay via Retford, Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Gainsborough and Whitley Bay is 149 miles. The road distance is 140.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Gainsborough to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

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

Gainsborough to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £130 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Whitley Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Whitley Bay is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2013+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Gainsborough to Whitley Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Gainsborough to Whitley Bay by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
3h 24m
£39–111
Drive 139.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Whitley Baycar 139.6 mi
2h 37m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus
6h 43m
Train
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 58m
£84–127
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Leedstrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£64–134

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Whitley Bay via Sheffield, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 58m.

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