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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 1m.

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 to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

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 57m.

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 57m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 57m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Wigan to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Wigan to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 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 1990+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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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 - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 57m
£54–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 1m
£27–40
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Whitley Baycar 141.5 mi
2h 56m
£35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 50m
£90–217
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 40m
£50–90

Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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