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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 50m.

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 50m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

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 50m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Whitby?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Whitby is 268 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 and bus which takes 9h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 18m 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 bus which takes 12h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 9h 50m.

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 50m 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?

There are 1888+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 18m
Drive 236.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Whitbycar 236.6 mi
4h 50m
£58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
12h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
9h 50m
£59–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
12h 53m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aberystwyth to Whitby.

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Distance: 266.3 mi
Duration: 9h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Whitby via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, and Middlesbrough in around 9h 50m.

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