Durham to Whitby bus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Durham to Whitby

Showing times and prices for Dec 22

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$43

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 28 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

70 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Durham to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Durham to Whitby will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Durham for Whitby on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 70 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

LNER
04:51AM4h51
Durham
09:42AMWhitby
$361One-way
0 transfers
LNER
07:42AM4h05
Durham
11:47AMWhitby
$501One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Durham to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €24.

Distance: 43 miles (70 km)

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Train

€34

Average price

€28

Average price

Cheapest

5h 24m

Average total duration

4h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

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30m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Durham to Whitby

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Buses from Durham to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by train.

The earliest bus runs at 07:09, the last at 19:42. The fastest bus covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 4h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $17 (€13)
Distance
43 miles (70 km)
Average bus duration
4h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€24)
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
4h 51m
First bus
07:09
Last bus
19:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $17 (€13)

FAQs: Bus from Durham to Whitby

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Whitby by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Durham to Whitby can start from as little as $39 (€31) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Durham to Whitby is $57 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Durham to Whitby bus time is 4 h 1 min   covering the 43 mile (69 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Durham to Whitby leaves at 4: 55AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Durham to Whitby leaves at 2: 35PM.
A trip to Whitby from Durham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Durham to Whitby by bus is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Durham and Whitby including taking a bus or train.
No, the bus from Durham to Whitby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Durham to Whitby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Durham to Whitby.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Durham to Whitby.
    No, luggage for the bus from Durham to Whitby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Durham to Whitby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Durham to Whitby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Durham to Whitby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Durham to Whitby.

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