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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Whitby is to train which costs £11 - £15 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 9 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Whitby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunderland and arriving at Whitby. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Whitby?

The distance between Sunderland and Whitby is 68 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £11 - £15.

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

The train from Sunderland to Whitby takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Whitby bus from?

Sunderland to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Whitby?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Whitby is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £11 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Sunderland to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Whitby is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Sunderland to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to WhitbyHexham - Whitby / ...
2h 29m
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station Express Lounge172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 9 to Market PlaceX93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus StationX93
2h 44m
£11–21
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Whitby57.1 mi
1h 11m
£14–21

Sunderland to Whitby by train

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Sunderland to Whitby 4 times a week. Tickets cost £11–15 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station via Bus Station Express Lounge, Bus Station Stand 9, and Market Place in around 2h 44m.

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