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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk is to bus which costs £17 - £28 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at St Andrew`s Church via John Dobson Street and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Falkirk?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Falkirk is 159 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs £17 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Falkirk bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Falkirk is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Whitley Bay to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 909+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Falkirk 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
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
2h 55m
£45–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
5h 47m
£17–28
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Falkirkcar 136 mi
2h 41m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Falkirk Hightrain
3h 43m
£32–58

Whitley Bay to Falkirk by subway and train

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to St Andrew`s Church via Haymarket St Mary's Place, John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, Lumo operates a train from Newcastle to Falkirk High twice daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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