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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Whitby is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Whitby is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Whitby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Whitby Park. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Hooton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Chester to Whitby?

The distance between Chester and Whitby is 12 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Chester to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Whitby bus from?

Chester to Whitby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Whitby train from?

Chester to Whitby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Whitby?

The best way to get from Chester to Whitby is to train which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Chester to Whitby bus arrive?

Chester to Whitby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Whitby Park station.

Where does the Chester to Whitby train arrive?

Chester to Whitby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Hooton station.

Can I drive from Chester to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Whitby is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Chester to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Hootontrain Chester - Chester / ...
2. Take the train from Hooton to Ellesmere Porttrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
34 min
£7–14
Line 1 bus
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1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Whitby Parkbus 26 / ...
41 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Whitbytaxi 6.3 mi
12 min
£30–40
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Whitbycar 6.3 mi
12 min
£2–3

Chester to Whitby by train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Chester, England and Whitby, Cheshire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Ellesmere Port via Hooton in around 34 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Whitby Park every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 41 min.

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