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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Cartmel is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Cartmel is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Newcastle, Carlisle and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Cartmel?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Cartmel is 158 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Whitley Bay to Cartmel, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Cartmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Cartmel is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Whitley Bay to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3058+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Whitley Bay to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 309 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 21m
£64–114
Drive 105.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Cartmelcar 105.4 mi
2h 12m
£27–38
Line 309 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 309 / ...
2. Take the train from Metrocentre to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 51m

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Cartmel via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 4h 21m.

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