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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Whitby is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Whitby via Paddington, King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Reading to Whitby?

The distance between Reading and Whitby is 320 miles. The road distance is 252.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Reading to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Whitby train from?

Reading to Whitby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Whitby train arrive?

Reading to Whitby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Whitby is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Reading to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1898+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
6h 44m
£51–218
Drive 250.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Whitbycar 250.9 mi
4h 38m
£61–87
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
7h 16m
£95–257
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 4m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
7h 37m
£79–345
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 7m
£70–267

Reading to Whitby by train and subway

1Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.1 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Whitby via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 6h 44m.

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