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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitby is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Whitby via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Whitby?

The distance between Bournemouth and Whitby is 392 miles. The road distance is 318.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs £75 - £240.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Whitby bus from?

Bournemouth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Whitby train from?

Bournemouth to Whitby train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Whitby?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitby is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitby bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitby train arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitby train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Whitby is 319 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Bournemouth to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

Bournemouth to Whitby - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Bournemouth to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlington
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
8h 8m
£77–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10
10h 48m
£41–110
Drive 317 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Whitby317 mi
5h 30m
£78–112
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
7h 13m
£106–250
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to York
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyes840
8h 53m
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scarborough
9h 58m
£66–332
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
8h 36m
£69–300
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
9h 50m
£81–251
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarborough
8h 12m
£99–265

Bournemouth to Whitby by train, subway, and foot

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8h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 390 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Whitby via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 10h 48m.

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