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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Whitley Bay is to bus via Leeds which costs £14 - £35 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Park Avenue -York Road via Leeds City Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Whitley Bay via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Derby to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Derby and Whitley Bay is 177 miles. The road distance is 168 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Derby to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Derby to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

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

Derby to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Derby to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Derby to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Derby to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Derby to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Derby to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Whitley Bay is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Derby to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Derby to Whitley Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to NewcastleReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 10m
£39–141
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn02 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk073 / ...
6h 18m
£14–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station133
5h 49m
£20–47
Drive 167 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Whitley Bay167 mi
2h 49m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)BHX - NCL
6h 20m
£71–162

Derby to Whitley Bay by train and subway

168Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £35–140 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 5h.

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