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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Whitby is to bus and train via Berwick-upon-Tweed which costs £17 - £65 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Whitby?

The distance between Galashiels and Whitby is 241 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Galashiels to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Whitby train from?

Galashiels to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Where does the Galashiels to Whitby train arrive?

Galashiels to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Whitby is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Galashiels to Whitby.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
6h 10m
£41–86
Bus, train via Berwick-upon-Tweed
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Berwick stationbus 67
2. Take the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitbytrain
6h 58m
£17–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Station Stand Hbus x74 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station Stand E to Bus Station Stand 11bus X10
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
8h 25m
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Whitbycar 141.5 mi
2h 53m
£35–50

Galashiels to Whitby by train

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6h 10mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington in around 6h 10m.

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