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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitby to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Whitby and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitby to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bus Stn Stand 4 and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Merchantgate, Hull Interchange, Railway Station, Abbey Walk and Sandilands Triangle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Whitby and arriving at Skegness via Darlington and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Whitby to Skegness?

The distance between Whitby and Skegness is 197 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Skegness without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 34m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Whitby to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Skegness bus from?

Whitby to Skegness bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Bus Stn Stand 4 station.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Skegness train from?

Whitby to Skegness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.

Train or bus from Whitby to Skegness?

The best way to get from Whitby to Skegness is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Whitby to Skegness bus arrive?

Whitby to Skegness bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Stonebow station.

Where does the Whitby to Skegness train arrive?

Whitby to Skegness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Whitby to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Skegness is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Whitby to Skegness.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Whitby to Skegness?

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Rail Stationbus 840
2. Take the train from York to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 34m
£61–88
Drive 121.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitby to Skegnesscar 121.9 mi
2h 49m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Whitby to Darlingtontrain
2. Take the train from Darlington to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 37m
£88–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Stonebowbus 840
2. Take the bus from Merchantgate to Hull Interchangebus X46 / ...
3. Take the bus from Abbey Walk to Sandilands Trianglebus 28
11h 24m

Whitby to Skegness by bus and train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Whitby to Skegness via Darlington and Grantham in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Lumley Avenue via Stonebow, Merchantgate, Hull Interchange, Railway Station, Riverhead Exchange, Abbey Walk, and Sandilands Triangle in around 11h 24m.

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