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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £60 - £95 and takes 9h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Whitley Bay is to train and fly which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Whitley Bay via Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Reading to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Reading and Whitley Bay is 317 miles. The road distance is 286.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £110 - £190.

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

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

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

Reading to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

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

Reading to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Reading to Whitley Bay is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Reading to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Reading to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Reading to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Whitley Bay is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Reading to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 22m
£111–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn10
9h 43m
£61–93
Drive 284.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Whitley Baycar 284.9 mi
5h 4m
£71–103
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 38m
£65–303
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 16m
£137–199
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 36m
£101–238
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 31m
£71–160

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 315.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Whitley Bay via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Whitley Bay via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Monument in around 9h 43m.

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