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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Whitby is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Whitby?

The distance between Wakefield and Whitby is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Wakefield to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Whitby train from?

Wakefield to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Where does the Wakefield to Whitby train arrive?

Wakefield to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Whitby is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Wakefield to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1871+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
4h 7m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
4h 54m
£18–75
Drive 77.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Whitbycar 77.7 mi
1h 37m
£19–28
Train, bus via Norton
1. Take the train from Leeds to Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
4h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Whitby.

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough in around 4h 54m.

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Bus operators

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