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 £18 - £28 and takes 1h 36m.

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 36m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

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 53m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Whitby?

The distance between Wakefield and Whitby is 100 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 3h 59m and costs £16 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Wakefield to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Whitby bus from?

Wakefield to Whitby bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Whitby?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Whitby is to bus via Middlesbrough which takes 5h 4m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £75 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Wakefield to Whitby bus arrive?

Wakefield to Whitby bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Leeds City Bus 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 36m 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 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

Wakefield to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to ScarboroughManchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
3h 59m
£16–55
Bus via Middlesbrough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Stand Z172 / ...
5h 4m
£15–28
Drive 77.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Whitby77.7 mi
1h 36m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to MiddlesbroughManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to WhitbyMiddlesbrough - Whitby / ...
4h 53m
£21–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
5h 24m

Wakefield to Whitby by train and bus

103Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Stand Z, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough in around 4h 53m.

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