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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Whitby is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £10 - £19 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Whitby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Whitby. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Whitby?

The distance between Gateshead and Whitby is 80 miles. The road distance is 67.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £9 - £28.

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

The train from Newcastle to Whitby takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Whitby bus from?

Gateshead to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Whitby?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Whitby is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £9 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 5 bus, which costs £10 - £19 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Gateshead to Whitby bus arrive?

Gateshead to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stand 11.

Where does the Gateshead to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Whitby is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Gateshead to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

Gateshead to Whitby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gateshead to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to WhitbyNewcastle - Whitby
2h 53m
£9–28
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Bus Station Stand 11
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 8 to Market Place5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus StationX93
3h 25m
£11–19
Drive 66.8 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Whitby66.8 mi
1h 20m
£17–24

Gateshead to Whitby by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Whitby 6 times a week. Tickets cost £9–28 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 3h 25m.

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