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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Skegness via Newcastle and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Skegness?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Skegness is 231 miles. The road distance is 180 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Whitley Bay to Skegness, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Skegness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Skegness train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Skegness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Skegness is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Whitley Bay to Skegness.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
5h 32m
£79–120
Drive 179 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Skegnesscar 179 mi
3h 36m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
9h 18m
£47–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
7h 47m
£98–156

Whitley Bay to Skegness by subway and train

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Skegness via Central Station, Newcastle, and Grantham in around 5h 32m.

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