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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 30m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Cardiff?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Cardiff is 325 miles. The road distance is 311.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 41m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

Whitley Bay to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

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

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

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 41m and costs £150 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 9m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Cardiff bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Cardiff train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Cardiff is 312 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Whitley Bay to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1676+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Whitley Bay to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 41m
£157–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
11h 9m
£30–55
Drive 309.8 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Cardiffcar 309.8 mi
5h 27m
£77–111
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 30m
£44–115
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 55m
£162–243
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 42m
£119–206
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 41m
£124–412
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 44m
£78–221
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 10m
£151–332

Whitley Bay to Cardiff by subway and train

103Weekly Services

6h 41mAverage Duration

£157Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whitley Bay to Cardiff.

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Distance: 322.7 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Whitley Bay, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Cardiff Central via Central Station, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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