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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Scotland to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Scotland and Whitley Bay is 181 miles. The road distance is 155.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £140.

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

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

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

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

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

Scotland to Whitley Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Scotland to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Scotland to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Scotland to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Scotland to Whitley Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Whitley Bay is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Scotland to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1952+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 3m
£44–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 15m
£15–25
Drive 154.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Whitley Baycar 154.3 mi
2h 57m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Newcastletrain
3h 6m
£30–56

Scotland to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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