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

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester is to bus which costs £9 - £27 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Manchester?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Manchester is 158 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Manchester?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle Coach Station, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Manchester bus arrive?

Whitley Bay to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Manchester is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Whitley Bay to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3543+ hotels available in Manchester.

Whitley Bay to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Manchester 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
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 27m
£31–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 45m
£10–26
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
5h 26m
£14–38
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Manchestercar 136.8 mi
2h 46m
£33–48

Whitley Bay to Manchester by bus and foot

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £29–110 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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