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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Whitby is to drive which costs £75 - £110 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Whitby is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Boyes via South Station, London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 13m.

How far is it from Dorset to Whitby?

The distance between Dorset and Whitby is 420 miles. The road distance is 312.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs £180 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Dorset to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Whitby bus from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Whitby?

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitby is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs £180 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 13m.

Where does the Dorset to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Whitby is 313 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Dorset to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

Dorset to Whitby - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Dorset 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 Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
9h 9m
£180–322
Drive 310.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Whitbycar 310.8 mi
6h 5m
£76–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
15h 13m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 13m
£133–288
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
10h 14m
£174–308
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
12h 26m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
14h 5m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
11h 7m
£84–182
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbroughtrain
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
9h 48m
£135–292
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
11h 15m
£112–410

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Map of how to get from Dorset to Whitby.

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Distance: 417.7 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Whitby via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Boyes via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 15h 13m.

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