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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Whitby is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £26 - £55 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 6 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Whitby via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Whitby?

The distance between Prestwick and Whitby is 294 miles. The road distance is 207.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Prestwick to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Whitby bus from?

Prestwick to Whitby bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Whitby train from?

Prestwick to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Whitby?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Prestwick to Whitby bus arrive?

Prestwick to Whitby bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Whitby train arrive?

Prestwick to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Whitby is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Prestwick to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Prestwick to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
4. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
7h 7m
£51–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Express Lounge183
10h 32m
£23–55
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11
9h 22m
£26–54
Drive 206.7 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Whitby206.7 mi
4h 16m
£52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)GLA - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
9h 6m
£89–157
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WhitbyCarlisle - Whitby
8h 47m
£49–61

Prestwick to Whitby by train and foot

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7h 7mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.3 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Whitby via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Darlington in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 6, and Market Place in around 9h 22m.

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