What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Whitley Bay via Leeds and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Whitley Bay is 160 miles. The road distance is 141 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay bus from?

Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay train from?

Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1992+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£48–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 12m
£18–27
Drive 140.2 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Whitley Baycar 140.2 mi
2h 56m
£35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 27m
£67–199
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 22m
£46–82
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
6h 28m
£28–47

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 158.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Whitley Bay via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne hourly. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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