What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay is to subway which costs £4 - £6 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Whitley Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Shields and arriving at Whitley Bay. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from South Shields to Whitley Bay?

The distance between South Shields and Whitley Bay is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay without a car is to ferry and taxi which takes 13 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 13 min to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Whitley Bay train from?

South Shields to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Whitley Bay train arrive?

South Shields to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Whitley Bay station.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2003+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

South Shields to Whitley Bay - 6 ways to travel via ferry, taxi, subway

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There are 6 ways to get from South Shields to Whitley Bay by ferry, taxi, subway, or bus

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Ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the taxi from North Shields Ferry Terminal to Whitley Baytaxi
13 min
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Whitley Baysubway Yel
56 min
£4–6
Ferry, subway
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the subway from North Shields to Whitley Baysubway Yel
32 min
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
56 min
Ferry, subway via Tynemouth
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
2. Take the subway from Tynemouth to Whitley Baysubway Yel
45 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Whitley Baytaxi 9.9 mi
20 min
£45–60

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Distance: 3.5 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Whitley Bay, England?

Nexus Metro operates a subway from South Shields to Whitley Bay every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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