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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Bolton is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 49m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Bolton via Newcastle and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Bolton?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Bolton is 173 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Whitley Bay to Bolton, including transfers.

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

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

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

Whitley Bay to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Bolton?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Bolton train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Bolton is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Whitley Bay to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 32m
£56–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
6h 49m
£18–27
Drive 131.1 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Boltoncar 131.1 mi
2h 50m
£33–47
Subway, line 24 bus, bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the subway from Whitley Bay to South Shieldssubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Interchangebus 24
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
4. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
7h 44m

Whitley Bay to Bolton by bus and foot

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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