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Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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The best way to travel from Newcastle to Whitby is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Whitby:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newcastle to Whitby costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Whitby take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle and Whitby as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- 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.
- Travel with National Express to go to Whitby by bus.
- Travel with Northern Rail (3) to go to Whitby by train.
- 1 direct trains per day with Northern Rail (3).
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