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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £6 - £16 and takes 5h 6m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Scotland to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Scotland and Whitley Bay is 185 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay without a car is to train and line 301 bus which takes 3h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Scotland to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Scotland to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Scotland to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Whitley Bay is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Scotland to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1869+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Scotland to Whitley Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 301 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland 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, line 301 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
3h 56m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 6m
£6–16
Drive 154.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Whitley Baycar 154.4 mi
2h 56m
£38–54
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
5h 22m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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