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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay is to bus via Hillheads Road-Railway Inn which costs £45 - £75 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs £80 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Whitley Bay via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Southampton to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Southampton and Whitley Bay is 361 miles. The road distance is 326.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southampton to Whitley Bay train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 10h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £220 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Southampton to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Southampton to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Southampton to Whitley Bay train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Whitley Bay is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Southampton to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2000+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Southampton to Whitley Bay - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Southampton to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£125–196
Bus via Hillheads Road-Railway Inn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10
11h 15m
£46–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn10
10h 41m
£50–78
Drive 324.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Whitley Baycar 324.7 mi
5h 32m
£81–117
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 32m
£89–213
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 48m
£158–238
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 6m
£85–316
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 15m
£69–155
Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 32m
£118–288

Southampton to Whitley Bay by bus and foot

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Distance: 358.6 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Whitley Bay via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Whitley Bay via London Heathrow Airport, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Monument in around 10h 41m.

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