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Compare bus and train for Scarborough to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 52, while a train costs an average of CHF 52.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
CHF 52 Average price Cheapest | CHF 7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Scarborough to Whitby
Compare the available ways to get from Scarborough to Whitby, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around CHF 52 compared to roughly CHF 7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -CHF 44. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Scarborough to Whitby
How to get from Scarborough to Whitby by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Scarborough to Whitby is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
G15816+
C00207+
G85866 · G8605911:53 AM 3h44 Scarborough station (SCA) 3:37 PM Whitby station (WTB) CHF 95 1 One-way 3 transfers
Cheapest
G15816+
C00207+
G85866 · G8605911:53 AM 3h44 Scarborough station (SCA) 3:37 PM Whitby station (WTB) CHF 95 1 One-way 3 transfers
Fastest
G15816+
C00207+
G85866 · G8605911:53 AM 3h44 Scarborough station (SCA) 3:37 PM Whitby station (WTB) CHF 95 1 One-way 3 transfers
Other options
G15812 · C24597+
G8605910:53 AM 4h44 Scarborough station (SCA) 3:37 PM Whitby station (WTB) CHF 95 1 One-way 2 transfers
G15807 · G16023+
G860701:53 PM 5h41 Scarborough station (SCA) 7:34 PM Whitby station (WTB) CHF 95 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Scarborough and Whitby as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Scarborough station (SCA) and arrive in Whitby station (WTB).
- Travel with Northern Rail to go to Whitby by train.
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