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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Whitley Bay?

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

How far is it from Wigan to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Wigan and Whitley Bay is 176 miles. The road distance is 142.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £110.

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

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

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

Wigan to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

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

Wigan to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train, bus or fly from Wigan to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus and line 309 bus, which costs and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Wigan to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Wigan to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bag Lane station.

Where does the Wigan to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Wigan to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Whitley Bay is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Wigan to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1951+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 41m
£53–101
Drive 141.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Whitley Baycar 141.5 mi
2h 56m
£36–51
Line 132 bus, bus, line 309 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Bag Lanebus 132
2. Take the bus from Market Street to St Peter's Squarebus V2
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
5. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Innbus 309
7h 25m
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 44m
£81–166
Train
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 32m
£48–87

Wigan to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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3h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Whitley Bay via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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