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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Whitby is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Whitby via Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Whitby?

The distance between Holyhead and Whitby is 248 miles. The road distance is 231 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Holyhead to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Whitby train from?

Holyhead to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Whitby train arrive?

Holyhead to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Whitby is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Holyhead to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

Holyhead to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
8h 18m
Drive 229.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Whitbycar 229.7 mi
4h 11m
£57–83
Train, bus via Chester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Maltontrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
8h 27m
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
8h 49m
£101–182
Train, bus via Chester #2
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 46m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Whitby.

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Distance: 246.5 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Whitby via Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough in around 8h 49m.

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