Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Whitley Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitley Bay

With a population of 38.055, Whitley Bay is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Whitley Bay to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Whitley Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hinnies Restaurant (10 East Parade) and Shampan Indian Restaurant and Cocktail lounge (185 Whitley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
€52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitley Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
€52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whitley Bay

Plane

When flying to Whitley Bay, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Whitley Bay from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Whitley Bay is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 149 km from Whitley Bay. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Whitley Bay, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Whitley Bay from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Whitley Bay is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 149 km from Whitley Bay. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Whitley Bay

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Whitley Bay

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whitley Bay

Most booked hotels in Whitley Bay

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York House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€149+
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The Pines Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€63+
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Hiring a car in Whitley Bay

Expect to pay €1.53 per litre in Whitley Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €18.34 and €24.45.

Expect to pay €1.53 per litre in Whitley Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €18.34 and €24.45.

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