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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £7 - £20 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Whitley Bay via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Manchester and Whitley Bay is 158 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £27 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Manchester to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £20 and takes 4h 36m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £170 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Manchester to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Manchester to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Manchester to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Manchester to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Whitley Bay is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Manchester to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester 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 Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 59m
£27–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
4h 36m
£7–20
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Whitley Baycar 137.6 mi
2h 49m
£34–48
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 23m
£45–164
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
5h 22m

Manchester to Whitley Bay by train and subway

122Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £26–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £7–20 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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