What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £8 - £13 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Boyes via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Whitby via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Whitby is 128 miles. The road distance is 117 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby without a car is to train and bus via Norton which takes 5h 22m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Whitby train from?

Greater Manchester to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Whitby is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Greater Manchester to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 2177+ hotels available in Whitby.

Greater Manchester to Whitby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Norton
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
5h 22m
£35–60
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 28m
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
6h 9m
£55–101
Drive 116.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Whitbycar 116.3 mi
2h 22m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Yorktrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 1m
£29–50
Bus
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
6h 44m
£13–24

Greater Manchester to Whitby by bus and train

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Distance: 127.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Whitby via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, and Middlesbrough in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Boyes via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 44m.

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