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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Whitby is to line 28 bus and bus which costs £5 - £6 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Whitby is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Railway Station Stop U and arriving at Boyes via Thornton Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Whitby?

The distance between Scarborough and Whitby is 57 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 47m and costs £10 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Scarborough to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Whitby bus from?

Scarborough to Whitby bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, depart from Railway Station Stop U.

Where does the Scarborough to Whitby bus arrive?

Scarborough to Whitby bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, arrive at Thornton Cross station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Whitby is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Scarborough to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 2177+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Maltontrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
2h 47m
£11–16
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scarborough to Whitbycar 20.2 mi
29 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Scarborough to Whitbytaxi 20.2 mi
29 min
£40–55
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop U to Thornton Crossbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thornton Cross to Boyesbus 840
2h 48m
£5–6

Scarborough to Whitby by train and bus

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Distance: 57.2 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Railway Station Stop U to Boyes via Thornton Cross in around 2h 48m.

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