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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Whitby is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Whitby?

The distance between Ilkley and Whitby is 99 miles. The road distance is 82.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Ilkley to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Whitby bus from?

Ilkley to Whitby bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Whitby train from?

Ilkley to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Whitby?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Whitby is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £17 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Ilkley to Whitby bus arrive?

Ilkley to Whitby bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Whitby train arrive?

Ilkley to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Whitby is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Ilkley to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1888+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley 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 Leeds to Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
4h 23m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
5h 9m
£17–79
Drive 81.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Whitbycar 81.9 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 6m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ilkley to Whitby.

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Distance: 98.4 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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