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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Whitby is to train and bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 46m.

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 9m 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 Chester, Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Whitby?

The distance between Holyhead and Whitby is 257 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 which takes 8h 27m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m 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 Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Whitby is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m 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 1876+ hotels available in Whitby.

Holyhead to Whitby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 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
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoria
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarborough
8h 27m
£43–132
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoria
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station Stand 11
9h 46m
£32–73
Drive 229.7 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Whitby229.7 mi
4h 9m
£56–81
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Scarborough
8h 48m
£39–137
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoria
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbrough
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitby
9h 17m
£43–135
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
9h 54m

Holyhead to Whitby by train and bus

96Weekly Services

8h 27mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 255.7 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Bus Station via Chester, Manchester Victoria, Scarborough, and Railway Station Stop S in around 8h 27m.

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