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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Dunbar is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitby to Dunbar is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Whitby and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitby station to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Market Place, Bus Station Stand 11, Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library and Dunbar Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Whitby and arriving at Dunbar via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Whitby to Dunbar?

The distance between Whitby and Dunbar is 179 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Whitby to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Dunbar bus from?

Whitby to Dunbar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitby to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Whitby to Dunbar is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Whitby to Dunbar bus arrive?

Whitby to Dunbar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Whitby to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitby to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Dunbar is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Whitby to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 197+ hotels available in Dunbar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Whitby to Dunbar 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
best
1. Take the train from Whitby to DarlingtonWhitby - Darlington
2. Take the train from Darlington to DunbarPenzance - Edinburgh / ...
4h 38m
£69–181
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the train from Whitby to NewcastleWhitby - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Newcastle to DunbarPenzance - Edinburgh / ...
4h 48m
£20–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Dunbar Asda Spott Rdmegabus M20
5h 24m
£22–36
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Whitby to Dunbar158.5 mi
2h 58m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Stand 11X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Newcastle Coach Station172 / ...
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Dunbar
6h 26m
£22–61

Whitby to Dunbar by train

2Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitby to Dunbar.

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Whitby to Dunbar via Darlington in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Market Place, Bus Station Stand 11, Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library, and Dunbar Asda in around 5h 24m.

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