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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Sunderland is to train which costs £11 - £15 and takes 2h 31m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Whitby and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitby station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Market Place and Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitby and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Whitby to Sunderland?

The distance between Whitby and Sunderland is 68 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £11 - £15.

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

The train from Whitby to Sunderland takes 2h 31m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Sunderland bus from?

Whitby to Sunderland bus services, operated by Arriva North East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitby to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Whitby to Sunderland is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £11 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Whitby to Sunderland bus arrive?

Whitby to Sunderland bus services, operated by Arriva North East, arrive at Market Place station.

Where does the Whitby to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitby to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Sunderland is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Whitby to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitby to SunderlandWhitby - Newcastle
2h 31m
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market PlaceX93
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Stand 11X93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Sunderland Interchange
2h 46m
£11–19
Drive 57.6 mi
1. Drive from Whitby to Sunderland57.6 mi
1h 11m
£15–21

Whitby to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Whitby to Sunderland 6 times a week. Tickets cost £11–15 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange via Market Place and Bus Station Stand 11 in around 2h 46m.

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