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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Whitley Bay via Wigan North Western, Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Southport to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Southport and Whitley Bay is 193 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Southport to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

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

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

Southport to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Southport to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Southport to Whitley Bay is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Southport to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Southport to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Southport to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Southport to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Southport to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Whitley Bay is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Southport to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2013+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£63–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
8h 30m
£24–39
Drive 144.1 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Whitley Baycar 144.1 mi
3h 8m
£35–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 42m
£73–181
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 40m
£77–147
Bus via Wigan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
10h 59m
£33–72

Southport to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Whitley Bay via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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