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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Whitley Bay is to bus via Leeds which costs £17 - £29 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Newton-le-Willows and arriving at Whitley Bay via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Leigh to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Leigh and Whitley Bay is 179 miles. The road distance is 140.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Leigh to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

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

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

Leigh to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train, bus or fly from Leigh to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Leigh to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £180 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Leigh to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leigh to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Leigh to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Whitley Bay is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Leigh to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1991+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 22m
£52–83
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 20m
£18–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 12m
£22–32
Drive 139.6 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Whitley Baycar 139.6 mi
3h 8m
£35–51
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
6h 4m
£66–216
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 59m
£83–173

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Whitley Bay, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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