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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Whitley Bay via Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Retford to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Retford and Whitley Bay is 140 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Retford to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Retford to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 station.

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

Retford to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Retford to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Retford to Whitley Bay is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Retford to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Retford to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 station.

Where does the Retford to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Retford to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Retford to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Whitley Bay is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Retford to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2004+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Retford to Whitley Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Retford and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
2h 32m
£36–103
Drive 136.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Whitley Baycar 136.4 mi
2h 25m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Retford to Leedstrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 7m
£61–128

Retford to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Retford to Whitley Bay via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 7m.

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