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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh is to subway and train via Whitley Bay which costs £25 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh is to subway and train which takes 2h 3m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Edinburgh is 134 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 3m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Haymarket St Mary's Place station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Edinburgh is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Whitley Bay to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 3m
£37–98
Subway, train via Whitley Bay
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Whitley Bay to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2h 57m
£26–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Haymarket St Mary's Placebus 309
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 53m
Drive 110.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Edinburghcar 110.4 mi
2h 21m
£27–39

Whitley Bay to Edinburgh by subway and train

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Whitley Bay, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Haymarket St Mary's Place and John Dobson Street in around 3h 53m.

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