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 4m.

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 4m and costs £26 - £40.

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 29m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Wakefield and Whitley Bay is 125 miles. The road distance is 108.2 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 29m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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 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 4m to drive from Wakefield to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1955+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Wakefield to Whitley Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Whitley Bay by train, subway, car, or bus

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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 29m
£62–89
Drive 107.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Whitley Baycar 107.6 mi
2h 4m
£27–39
Line 231 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Westgate W2bus 232 / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 30m
£43–82

Wakefield to Whitley Bay by train and subway

106Weekly Services

2h 29mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Wakefield to Whitley Bay. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to Whitley Bay. Alternatively, you can drive from Wakefield to Whitley Bay in around 2h 4m.

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