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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Blackpool is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Hillheads Road-Railway Inn and arriving at Blackpool via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Blackpool North via Newcastle, Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Blackpool?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Blackpool is 178 miles. The road distance is 133.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Blackpool without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Whitley Bay to Blackpool, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

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

Whitley Bay to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Blackpool is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Blackpool train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Blackpool is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Whitley Bay to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1855+ hotels available in Blackpool.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 13m
£43–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus Uk026
7h 56m
£23–34
Drive 133 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Blackpoolcar 133 mi
2h 44m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool Northtrain Leeds - Blackpool North / ...
5h 2m
£59–125

Whitley Bay to Blackpool by bus and foot

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Blackpool North via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hillheads Road-Railway Inn to Blackpool via Haymarket St Mary's Place, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 56m.

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