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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Whitby is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Whitby via Carlisle and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Penrith to Whitby?

The distance between Penrith and Whitby is 159 miles. The road distance is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £23 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Penrith to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Whitby bus from?

Penrith to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Whitby train from?

Penrith to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Whitby?

The best way to get from Penrith to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Penrith to Whitby bus arrive?

Penrith to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Penrith to Whitby train arrive?

Penrith to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Whitby is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Penrith to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Penrith to Whitby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to MiddlesbroughCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to WhitbyMiddlesbrough - Whitby / ...
6h 28m
£23–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop CUkn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
6h 48m
Drive 98.4 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Whitby98.4 mi
2h 6m
£24–35

Penrith to Whitby by train

40Weekly Trains

6h 28mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.8 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Whitby via Carlisle and Middlesbrough in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Boyes via Leeds Cultural Stop C and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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