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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Whitby is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Whitby?

The distance between Galashiels and Whitby is 241 miles. The road distance is 142.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Galashiels to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Whitby train from?

Galashiels to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Where does the Galashiels to Whitby train arrive?

Galashiels to Whitby train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Whitby is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Galashiels to Whitby.

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

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Galashiels to Whitby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
6h 13m
£79–161
Drive 141.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galashiels to Whitbycar 141.6 mi
2h 54m
£36–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus X10
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
8h 20m
Bus, train via Berwick-upon-Tweed
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Berwick stationbus 67
2. Take the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitbytrain
7h
£56–110

Galashiels to Whitby by train

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6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington in around 6h 13m.

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