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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Whitby is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Whitby via Ashford International, King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Kent to Whitby?

The distance between Kent and Whitby is 348 miles. The road distance is 289.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Kent to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Whitby train from?

Kent to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Whitby train arrive?

Kent to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Whitby is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Kent to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kent 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
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
7h 4m
£144–215
Drive 287.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Whitbycar 287.8 mi
5h 5m
£71–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 58m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 26m
£101–382
Train, bus via York
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 4m

Kent to Whitby by train

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345.8 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Whitby via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 7h 4m.

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