4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Whitby
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Whitby will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 buses that leave York for Whitby on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 44 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.
12:50 PM5h44York6:34 PMWhitby$351One-way0 transfers
1:55 PM5h39York7:34 PMWhitby$721One-way0 transfers
- 1:55 PM5h39York7:34 PMWhitby$721One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 PM5h44York6:34 PMWhitby$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York to Whitby:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from York to Whitby costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Whitby take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
You'll arrive about -3h -35m sooner (3h 50m by bus vs 1h 15m by car) and save roughly $-19.38 (€-15.88) compared to fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $18 (€14)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Yorkshire Coastliner.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
York to Whitby Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 07:22PM | Arrival Time 09:39PM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
York to Whitby bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Whitby buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 PM York | 2h17 | 9:39 PM Whitby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Whitby
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Buses from York to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 19:42. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 17m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 7:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Yorkshire Coastliner from York to WhitbyYou can travel by bus between York to Whitby with Yorkshire Coastliner for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from York to Whitby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
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