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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Preston. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Preston via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Preston?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Preston is 161 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Whitley Bay to Preston, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Preston?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Preston is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Preston bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Preston is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Whitley Bay to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2307+ hotels available in Preston.

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There are 3 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Preston 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 Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 41m
£39–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Stationbus 125
9h 14m
£30–53
Drive 126.1 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Prestoncar 126.1 mi
2h 36m
£32–46

Whitley Bay to Preston by subway and train

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Preston via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Bus Station via St James, Newcastle Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Piccadilly Gardens, and Bolton Interchange in around 9h 14m.

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