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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Whitby is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bus Stn Stand 2 via Bus Station Stand 4 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Whitby via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Manchester to Whitby?

The distance between Manchester and Whitby is 133 miles. The road distance is 114.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £25 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Manchester to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Whitby?

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitby is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £90 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Manchester to Whitby bus arrive?

Manchester to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where does the Manchester to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Whitby is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Manchester to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1876+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to ScarboroughManchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
4h 14m
£26–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Express Lounge172
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Market PlaceX4 / ...
5h 24m
£21–38
Drive 113.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Whitby113.7 mi
2h 14m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to MiddlesbroughManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to WhitbyMiddlesbrough - Whitby / ...
4h 54m
£26–87
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus StationUk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
5h 53m

Manchester to Whitby by train and bus

52Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Whitby.

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Distance: 132.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stn Stand 2 via Bus Station Express Lounge, Bus Station Stand 4, and Market Place in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Whitby via Middlesbrough in around 4h 54m.

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