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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to bus via Runcorn High Street- Stand C which costs £13 - £22 and takes 10h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Boyes via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Whitby?

The distance between Runcorn and Whitby is 209 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Runcorn to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Whitby bus from?

Runcorn to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Whitby train from?

Runcorn to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Whitby?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Runcorn to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Runcorn to Whitby train arrive?

Runcorn to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Whitby is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Runcorn to Whitby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
6h 56m
£72–136
Bus via Runcorn High Street- Stand C
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds - Eastgate Victoriabus Uk930 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
10h 56m
£14–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 34m
£22–51
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Whitbycar 137 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
7h 10m
£70–129

Runcorn to Whitby by train

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Distance: 208 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Boyes via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 34m.

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