The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Whitley Bay
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Whitley Bay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Whitley Bay will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Whitley Bay every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
22:306h55London5:25Whitley Bay£131One-way0 changes
22:306h55London5:25Whitley Bay£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Whitley Bay
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Whitley Bay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 402 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book London to Whitley Bay coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Whitley Bay.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Whitley Bay.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Whitley Bay.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Whitley Bay.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Whitley Bay
Buses from London to Whitley Bay run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to Whitley BayYou can travel by bus between London to Whitley Bay with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Whitley Bay coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Whitley Bay by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitley Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Whitley Bay
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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