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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Carlisle is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station and Cranstons. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Carlisle via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Carlisle?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Carlisle is 71 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Carlisle without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 13m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Whitley Bay to Carlisle, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Carlisle bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Whitley Road - Park Avenue station.

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

Whitley Bay to Carlisle train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Whitley Bay station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Carlisle bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Carlisle bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Haymarket Bus Station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Carlisle train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Carlisle train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Carlisle is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Whitley Bay to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 669+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Whitley Bay to Carlisle - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 309 bus

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Whitley Bay to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2h 13m
£22–43
Drive 67 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Carlislecar 67 mi
1h 21m
£17–24
Line 309 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cranstonsbus 685
4h 30m

Whitley Bay to Carlisle by subway and train

219Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.4 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Bus Station via Haymarket Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station, and Cranstons in around 4h 30m.

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