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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Wakefield is to bus via Newcastle Coach Station which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Queen Elizabeth's School via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Wakefield?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Wakefield is 125 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Wakefield without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 8m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Whitley Bay to Wakefield, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Wakefield is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Whitley Bay to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2167+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Wakefield 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 Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 8m
£54–80
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
4h 53m
£20–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Haymarket St Mary's Placebus 309
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
4h 39m
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Wakefieldcar 106.4 mi
2h
£27–38

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Queen Elizabeth's School via Haymarket St Mary's Place, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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