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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay is to train and bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Whitley Bay via Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Whitley Bay is 145 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1992+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
2h 52m
£36–94
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Meadowhalltrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukx010 / ...
5h 47m
£25–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hull Interchangebus 350
2. Take the bus from Hull Interchange to Rail Stationbus X46 / ...
3. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
5h 40m
£33–79
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Whitley Baycar 129.8 mi
2h 38m
£33–47

Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay by train, bus, and foot

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Scunthorpe to Whitley Bay. However, you can take the train to Doncaster, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to Whitley Bay. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Whitley Bay via Hull Interchange, Rail Station, York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 40m.

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