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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Whitby is to train and bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Whitby. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Boyes via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Whitby via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Whitby?

The distance between Portsmouth and Whitby is 358 miles. The road distance is 304.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Portsmouth to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Whitby bus from?

Portsmouth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Whitby train from?

Portsmouth to Whitby train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Whitby?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Whitby bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Whitby train arrive?

Portsmouth to Whitby train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Whitby is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Portsmouth to Whitby.

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

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Portsmouth to Whitby - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Portsmouth to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
7h 50m
£119–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Rail Stationbus 801
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 13m
£48–80
Drive 302.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Whitbycar 302.8 mi
5h 27m
£75–108
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
7h 40m
£118–264
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 46m
£120–200
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus
4. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Boyesbus 840
12h 35m
£48–79
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
8h 22m
£85–304
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitbytrain
9h 34m
£101–215
Fly Southampton Airport to Durham Tees Valley Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)plane SOU - MME
2. Take the train from Allens West to Whitbytrain
10h 16m
£134–745

Portsmouth to Whitby by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 355.9 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Whitby via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Boyes via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Rail Station in around 11h 13m.

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