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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Whitley Bay via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Preston to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Preston and Whitley Bay is 161 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Preston to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Preston to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

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

Preston to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Preston to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Preston to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Preston to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Preston to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Whitley Bay is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Preston to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Whitley Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 26m
£38–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 40m
£17–30
Drive 126.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Whitley Baycar 126.5 mi
2h 38m
£31–45

Preston to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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3h 26mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Whitley Bay via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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