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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 4m.

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 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 £100 - £200.

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 train from?

Reading to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading 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 1950+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Reading to Whitley Bay - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Whitley Bay by train, 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
£108–192
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
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 39m
£61–291
Drive 284.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Whitley Baycar 284.9 mi
5h 4m
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 16m
£160–224
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 36m
£101–239
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 35m
£68–158
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 58m
£119–392

Reading to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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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.

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