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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Whitby is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Whitby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus Station station and arriving at Boyes. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Whitby via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Leeds to Whitby?

The distance between Leeds and Whitby is 91 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £14 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Leeds to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Whitby bus from?

Leeds to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Whitby?

The best way to get from Leeds to Whitby is to bus and line 5 bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Leeds to Whitby bus arrive?

Leeds to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Stand Z.

Where does the Leeds to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Whitby is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Leeds to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to ScarboroughManchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
3h 4m
£15–47
Bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Stand Z172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 8 to Market Place5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus StationX93
3h 40m
£13–26
Drive 72.7 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Whitby72.7 mi
1h 27m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
3h 43m
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to MiddlesbroughManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to WhitbyMiddlesbrough - Whitby / ...
3h 56m
£19–63

Leeds to Whitby by train and bus

103Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station via Bus Station Stand Z, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leeds to Whitby via Middlesbrough in around 3h 56m.

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