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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Whitby is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £8 - £12 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Boyes via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Leigh to Whitby?

The distance between Leigh and Whitby is 147 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Whitby without a car is to train and bus via York which takes 5h 58m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Leigh to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Whitby bus from?

Leigh to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Leigh to Whitby?

The best way to get from Leigh to Whitby is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Leigh to Whitby bus arrive?

Leigh to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Whitby is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Leigh to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Leigh 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 via York
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
5h 58m
£41–74
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 57m
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 13m
£13–24
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Whitbycar 121.4 mi
2h 22m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
6h 11m
£60–118
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Maltontrain Manchester Airport - Scarborough
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
6h 52m
£35–60

Leigh to Whitby by bus and train

1Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Boyes via St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Whitby via Newton-le-Willows Rail Station, Newton-le-Willows, and Darlington in around 6h 11m.

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