What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 11h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Whitby. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Boyes via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Whitby via Cambridge South, Stevenage and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Whitby is 299 miles. The road distance is 207.5 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Whitby bus from?

Saffron Walden to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Whitby train from?

Saffron Walden to Whitby train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge South station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 11h 58m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Whitby bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Whitby train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Whitby train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Stevenage station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Whitby is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Saffron Walden to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge South to Stevenagetrain
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
7h 29m
£102–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
11h 58m
£35–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge South to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 55m
£56–91
Drive 206.3 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Whitbycar 206.3 mi
4h 15m
£52–75
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Cambridge South to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Eaglescliffetrain
3. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Whitbytrain
8h 28m
£76–122

Saffron Walden to Whitby by bus and train

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Distance: 297.4 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a bus from High Street to Whitby via Railway Station, Audley End, Cambridge South, Stevenage, and Darlington in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Boyes via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 58m.

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