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 £10 - £25 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay is to train via York which takes 2h 48m and costs £26 - £85.

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 Park Avenue -York Road via Haymarket Bus Station Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

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 York and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

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 via York which takes 2h 48m and costs £26 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m 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 or bus from Manchester to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay is to train via York which takes 2h 48m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle Coach Station, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 31m.

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 York 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 322+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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

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

Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 48m
£26–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
4h 35m
£11–24
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
4h 31m
£12–38
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Whitley Baycar 137.6 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 59m
£26–112

Manchester to Whitley Bay by bus and foot

49Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Whitley Bay.

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Whitley Bay via York, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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