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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Whitby is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 11h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Wales to Whitby?

The distance between Wales and Whitby is 291 miles. The road distance is 278.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Whitby without a car is to train and bus via Birmingham which takes 7h 54m and costs £120 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Wales to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Whitby bus from?

Wales to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Wales to Whitby bus arrive?

Wales to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Wales to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Whitby is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Wales to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 54m
£123–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 14m
£44–102
Drive 276.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whitbycar 276.7 mi
5h 6m
£68–98
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
7h 28m
£60–144
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
8h 45m
£93–155

Wales to Whitby by train and bus

50Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£123Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 289.7 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 14m.

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