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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Whitby is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh to Whitby is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Musselburgh to Whitby?

The distance between Musselburgh and Whitby is 213 miles. The road distance is 167.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Musselburgh to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Whitby train from?

Musselburgh to Whitby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Musselburgh to Whitby train arrive?

Musselburgh to Whitby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Musselburgh to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh to Whitby is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Musselburgh to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Musselburgh to Whitby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Musselburgh to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
5h 26m
£68–143
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Bus Station Stand Zbus 839
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
8h 5m
£35–63
Drive 166.5 mi
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Whitbycar 166.5 mi
3h 28m
£42–60
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitbytrain Newcastle - Whitby
5h 58m
£56–137

Musselburgh to Whitby by train

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Musselburgh to Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington in around 5h 26m.

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