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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Leeds City Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Whitley Bay via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Wakefield and Whitley Bay is 125 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 25m and costs £55 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Wakefield to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

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

Wakefield to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Wakefield to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Wakefield to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Wakefield to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Whitley Bay is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Wakefield to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1994+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Whitley Baysubway Yel
2h 25m
£55–79
Drive 107.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Whitley Baycar 107.3 mi
2h 3m
£27–39
Bus, line 309 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Innbus 309
4h 28m
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
5h 31m

Wakefield to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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2h 25mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Leeds City Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 4h 28m.

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