What is the cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby is to train which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Barrow in Furness and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Barrow in Furness to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Barrow-in-Furness and arriving at Whitby via Lancaster and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

The distance between Barrow in Furness and Whitby is 182 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

How do I travel from Barrow in Furness to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 28m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Barrow in Furness to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrow in Furness to Whitby train from?

Barrow in Furness to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barrow-in-Furness station.

Where does the Barrow in Furness to Whitby train arrive?

Barrow in Furness to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrow in Furness to Whitby is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Whitby.

How do I get a train ticket from Barrow in Furness to Whitby?

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Whitby.

Barrow in Furness to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barrow in Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness to Carnforth
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Scarborough
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
7h 28m
£30–96
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Whitby131.9 mi
2h 59m
£33–48
Train via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitby
7h 35m
£36–99
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to CarnforthBarrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Carnforth to ScarboroughThe Scarborough Spa Express
7h 43m
Train
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to CarlisleBarrow-in-Furness - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WhitbyCarlisle - Whitby
8h
£31–40

Barrow in Furness to Whitby by train and bus

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Whitby via Lancaster and Carlisle in around 7h 35m.

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