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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Whitby is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Whitby via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Whitby?

The distance between Carlisle and Whitby is 141 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Carlisle to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Whitby bus from?

Carlisle to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Whitby train from?

Carlisle to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Whitby?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Whitby is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Carlisle to Whitby bus arrive?

Carlisle to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Carlisle to Whitby train arrive?

Carlisle to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Whitby is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Carlisle to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1998+ hotels available in Whitby.

Carlisle to Whitby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
5h 13m
£54–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 28m
£14–22
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Whitbycar 115.4 mi
2h 30m
£29–41

Carlisle to Whitby by train

39Weekly Trains

5h 13mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Whitby.

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Whitby via Middlesbrough in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Boyes via Leeds Cultural Stop C and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 28m.

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