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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Whitby is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Whitby via Leeds and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Whitby?

The distance between Carnforth and Whitby is 154 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs £24 - £90.

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

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

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Whitby train from?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Whitby train arrive?

Carnforth to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Whitby is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Carnforth to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Whitby.

Carnforth to Whitby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

There are 4 ways to get from Carnforth 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 Carnforth to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Scarborough
3. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
5h 5m
£25–85
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlington
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
6h 1m
£23–109
Drive 108 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Whitby108 mi
2h 26m
£27–39
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to ScarboroughThe Scarborough Spa Express
5h 30m

Carnforth to Whitby by train and bus

47Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

West Coast Railways operates a train from Carnforth to Scarborough once a week, and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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