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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Whitby is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Whitby is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Whitby via Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Whitby?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Whitby is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Shrewsbury to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Whitby bus from?

Shrewsbury to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Whitby train from?

Shrewsbury to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Whitby?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Whitby is to bus which takes 9h 57m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Whitby bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Whitby train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Whitby is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Shrewsbury to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 42m
£53–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 57m
£32–74
Drive 180.4 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Whitbycar 180.4 mi
3h 35m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
7h 13m
£79–142

Shrewsbury to Whitby by train and bus

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6h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Boyes via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shrewsbury to Whitby via Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough in around 7h 13m.

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