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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Whitley Bay via Northallerton and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Thirsk and Whitley Bay is 68 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 1m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Thirsk to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Thirsk to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Northallerton station.

Where does the Thirsk to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Thirsk to Whitley Bay train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Thirsk to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Whitley Bay is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Thirsk to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2012+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Thirsk to Whitley Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 309 bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Northallerton to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
2h 1m
£20–44
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thirsk to Whitley Baycar 63 mi
1h 9m
£16–23
Train, line 309 bus
1. Take the train from Northallerton to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Innbus 309
2h 51m
Train, subway via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Middlesbroughtrain
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Heworthtrain
3. Take the subway from Heworth to Whitley Baysubway Yel
3h 14m
£28–56

Thirsk to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.2 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Thirsk to Whitley Bay. However, you can take the train to Northallerton, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to Whitley Bay. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Northallerton Station, Northallerton, Newcastle, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 2h 51m.

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