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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Whitby is to bus which costs £12 - £25 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Boyes via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Whitby via Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Bolton to Whitby?

The distance between Bolton and Whitby is 171 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Bolton to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Whitby bus from?

Bolton to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Whitby train from?

Bolton to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Whitby?

The best way to get from Bolton to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Bolton to Whitby bus arrive?

Bolton to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Whitby train arrive?

Bolton to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Whitby is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Bolton to Whitby.

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

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Bolton to Whitby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 590 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
6h 14m
£57–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
8h 3m
£13–25
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Whitbycar 119.7 mi
2h 15m
£30–43
Line 590 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 35m

Bolton to Whitby by train

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Whitby via Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Boyes via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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