The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Whitby
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Whitby will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Whitby on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €66.
Distance: 154 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Whitby bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · YC840 | 4:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h13 | 10:38 AM Whitby, Windsor Terrace | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · YC840 | 6:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h48 | 12:43 PM Whitby, Windsor Terrace | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · YC840 | Delayed 4:25 PM 8:25 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h18 | 2:43 PM Whitby, Windsor Terrace | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · YC840 | 9:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h58 | 4:53 PM Whitby, Windsor Terrace | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Whitby
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 33m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 18:34 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to WhitbyYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Whitby with National Express for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Whitby

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Whitby, Windsor Terrace, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Whitby
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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