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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Whitby is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Whitby via Peterborough and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Whitby?

The distance between Ipswich and Whitby is 250 miles. The road distance is 219.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Ipswich to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Whitby train from?

Ipswich to Whitby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Where does the Ipswich to Whitby train arrive?

Ipswich to Whitby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Whitby is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Ipswich to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1894+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ipswich to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 50m
Drive 218.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Whitbycar 218.5 mi
4h 52m
£54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 39m
£99–412
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
6h 59m
£92–150
Train, bus via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 30m

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

40Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ipswich to Whitby.

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Distance: 248.6 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Whitby via Peterborough and Darlington in around 6h 59m.

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