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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Chester is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Chester. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Chester via Newcastle and Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Chester?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Chester is 197 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Whitley Bay to Chester, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Whitley Bay to Chester?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Chester is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Chester train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Chester is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Whitley Bay to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1118+ hotels available in Chester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 54m
£56–100
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
7h 12m
£32–53
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Chestercar 173.8 mi
3h 25m
£44–63
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
5h 47m
£80–165
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 39m
£74–227

Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) flights

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.1 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) twice daily.

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