How to travel from Nottingham to Whitby

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Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a train costs an average of $143.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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$26

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$143

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$47

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6h 18m

Average total duration

5h 48m

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4h 54m

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4h 24m

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2h 47m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Whitby is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Whitby costing on average $143.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Whitby is by train with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Whitby take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Whitby including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Whitby among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $26 compared to roughly $47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21. The journey takes 5h 48m versus 2h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Nottingham to Whitby

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

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

  • Northern Rail
    9:19 AM6h10
    Nottingham
    3:29 PMWhitby
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern Rail
    9:19 AM6h10
    Nottingham
    3:29 PMWhitby
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Northern Rail
    12:45 PM4h45
    Nottingham
    5:30 PMWhitby
    $1601One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern Rail
    1:45 PM4h45
    Nottingham
    6:30 PMWhitby
    $1681One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Whitby.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Whitby including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Whitby is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Whitby costing on average $143.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Whitby is by train with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Whitby take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

The distance from Nottingham to Whitby is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Whitby is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Whitby:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Whitby station (WTB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Whitby, Windsor Terrace.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Whitby, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Northern Rail to go to Whitby by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Whitby by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Whitby often also extend their vacation to go to York, Pickering, Leeds, Scarborough, Middlesbrough. 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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