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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Whitby is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Boyes via London Victoria and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Whitby via King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Whitby?

The distance between Canterbury and Whitby is 316 miles. The road distance is 303.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Canterbury to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Whitby train from?

Canterbury to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Whitby?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Whitby is to bus which takes 11h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £270 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Canterbury to Whitby bus arrive?

Canterbury to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Whitby train arrive?

Canterbury to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Whitby is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Canterbury to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

Canterbury to Whitby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Canterbury to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 21m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
6h 48m
£53–261
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 436 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 53m
Drive 301.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Whitbycar 301.6 mi
5h 16m
£74–107
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 33m
£78–365
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
12h 34m

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

39Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Canterbury to Whitby.

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Distance: 313.8 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Boyes via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Rail Station in around 11h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Whitby via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 6h 48m.

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