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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Whitby is to bus which costs £6 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Thirsk and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Thirsk to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Boyes via Rougier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Whitby via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Whitby?

The distance between Thirsk and Whitby is 62 miles. The road distance is 45.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Thirsk to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Whitby bus from?

Thirsk to Whitby bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Whitby train from?

Thirsk to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thirsk station.

Train or bus from Thirsk to Whitby?

The best way to get from Thirsk to Whitby is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Thirsk to Whitby bus arrive?

Thirsk to Whitby bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Thirsk to Whitby train arrive?

Thirsk to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Thirsk to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Whitby is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Thirsk to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
3h 13m
£23–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Station Roadbus 30X / ...
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Boyesbus 840
4h 31m
£6
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Thirsk to Whitbycar 45.5 mi
1h 3m
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thirsk to Whitbytaxi 45.5 mi
1h 3m
£95–120

Thirsk to Whitby by train

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Thirsk to Whitby via Middlesbrough in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Boyes via Station Road and Rougier Street in around 4h 31m.

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