How to travel from Newcastle to Whitby

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Compare bus and train for Newcastle to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $28.

Distance: 52 miles (84 km)

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$21

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$28

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3h 10m

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2h 40m

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7h 2m

Average total duration

6h 32m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Northern Rail

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Newcastle to Whitby

Compare the available ways to get from Newcastle to Whitby, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is a train with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Whitby:

A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newcastle to Whitby costing on average $28.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Whitby take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newcastle and Whitby including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newcastle to Whitby among Omio's users.

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from Newcastle to Whitby

How to get from Newcastle to Whitby by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailP28645 · G86050
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern RailP28645 · G86050
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern RailG85866 · G86059+CrossCountryG01153
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailC31828 · G86059
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG85835 · G86050+CrossCountryW29868
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailC32318 · G86070+London North Eastern RailwayC02007
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX180 · YC840
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX133 · YC840
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newcastle to Whitby

Travel to Whitby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newcastle to Whitby.

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There are 2 options to travel between Newcastle and Whitby including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is a train with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Whitby:

A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newcastle to Whitby costing on average $28.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Whitby take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

The distance from Newcastle to Whitby is approximately 52 miles (84 km).
The average frequency per day from Newcastle to Whitby is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle and Whitby as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newcastle to Whitby:
  • Trains mostly depart from Newcastle station (NCL) and arrive in Whitby station (WTB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station and arrive in Whitby, Windsor Terrace.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newcastle to Whitby, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail to go to Whitby by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Whitby by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Newcastle to Whitby often also extend their vacation to go to York, Middlesbrough, London, Edinburgh, Leeds. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Whitby and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Whitby to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Whitby are ideal to explore its main attractions, including Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, and the scenic coastline.

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