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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Whitby is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Boyes via Bus Station, Carlisle and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Whitby?

The distance between Cumbria and Whitby is 165 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £28 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Cumbria to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Whitby bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cumbria to Whitby?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £28 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Cumbria to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbria to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Whitby is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cumbria to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cumbria 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
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
7h 11m
£29–89
Drive 103.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Whitbycar 103.1 mi
2h 15m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
10h 9m

Cumbria to Whitby by bus and train

39Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cumbria to Whitby.

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Whitby via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, and Middlesbrough in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Boyes via Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, Carlisle, Leeds Cultural Stop C, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 9m.

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