What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby is to bus via Liverpool James Street which costs £20 - £35 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Outlet Village and arriving at Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Whitby is 210 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Whitby bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Outlet Village station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Whitby train from?

Ellesmere Port to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Whitby bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Whitby train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Whitby is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ellesmere Port to Whitby.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Whitby?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
7h 26m
£63–114
Bus via Liverpool James Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds - Eastgate Victoriabus Uk072 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 21m
£20–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Outlet Village to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
8h 13m
£22–33
Drive 147.4 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Whitbycar 147.4 mi
2h 48m
£37–53
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
7h 29m
£62–107

Ellesmere Port to Whitby by train and foot

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Distance: 208.5 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Whitby via Liverpool Central Loop Line, Liverpool Lime Street, and Darlington in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Outlet Village to Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 13m.

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