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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Whitby is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Vicarage Road and arriving at Boyes via Bus Station, Rail Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Whitby via Carlisle and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Whitby?

The distance between Ambleside and Whitby is 194 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Whitby without a car is to train via Penrith North Lakes which takes 8h 27m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Ambleside to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Whitby bus from?

Ambleside to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Ambleside to Whitby?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Whitby is to train via Penrith North Lakes which takes 8h 27m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 1m.

Where does the Ambleside to Whitby bus arrive?

Ambleside to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Ambleside to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ambleside to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Whitby is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Ambleside to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 2171+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train via Penrith North Lakes
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
8h 27m
£57–102
Drive 114.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Whitbycar 114.4 mi
2h 34m
£29–41
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Railway Stationbus 552
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
10h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
8h 33m
£66–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 1m
£30–47

Ambleside to Whitby by bus and train

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8h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.1 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Vicarage Road to Whitby via Bus Station, Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, and Middlesbrough in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vicarage Road to Boyes via Bus Station, Rail Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 1m.

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