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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Whitby is to bus and train which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Whitby via Retford and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Whitby?

The distance between Gainsborough and Whitby is 144 miles. The road distance is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Gainsborough to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Whitby train from?

Gainsborough to Whitby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Whitby train arrive?

Gainsborough to Whitby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Whitby is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Gainsborough to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Middlesbroughtrain London Kings Cross - Middlesbrough
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
5h 14m
£47–81
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
5h 26m
£17–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
5h 15m
£31–47
Drive 98.4 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Whitbycar 98.4 mi
2h 8m
£24–35
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
5h 56m
£40–73

Gainsborough to Whitby by train

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Distance: 143.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Whitby via Retford and Middlesbrough in around 5h 14m.

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