What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Stand 9 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Whitby via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Whitby is 278 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs £55 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Whitby bus from?

Aberystwyth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Whitby train from?

Aberystwyth to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Whitby bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Whitby train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Whitby is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Aberystwyth to Whitby.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Aberystwyth to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarborough
8h 33m
£57–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Express Lounge133 / ...
11h 21m
£41–80
Drive 236.6 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Whitby236.6 mi
4h 49m
£60–86
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbrough
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitby
9h 52m
£50–170
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Leeds
4. Take the train from Leeds to Scarborough
11h 40m

Aberystwyth to Whitby by train, tram, and bus

83Weekly Services

8h 33mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.8 mi
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Bus Station via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, Manchester Victoria, Scarborough, and Railway Station Stop S in around 8h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, Bus Station Stand 9, and Market Place in around 11h 21m.

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