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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Maxim Business Park, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Whitley Bay via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Motherwell and Whitley Bay is 170 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Motherwell to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Maxim Business Park station.

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

Motherwell to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Motherwell to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Motherwell to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Motherwell to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Whitley Bay is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Motherwell to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2012+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Whitley Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Newcastletrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 55m
£49–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 29m
£21–38
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Whitley Baycar 145.8 mi
2h 37m
£36–52
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 15m
£38–103

Motherwell to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Newcastle 3 times a day. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Maxim Business Park, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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