York to Whitby bus with National Express

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Whitby

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€0

Average price

€-0

Fastest journey

2 h 9 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave York for Whitby on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 16 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.

Coastliner
08:22AM2h16
York
10:38AMWhitby
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0 transfers
Coastliner
10:34AM2h09
York
12:43PMWhitby
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Coastliner
12:34PM2h09
York
02:43PMWhitby
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Coastliner
02:44PM2h09
York
04:53PMWhitby
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0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for York to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 66 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€29

Average price

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Northern Rail (3)

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Direct Options

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Live departures

York to Whitby bus times

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Last updated at 10:57 PM
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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Coastliner8:22 AM York
2h16
10:38 AM Whitby0 transfersDirect
Coastliner10:34 AM York
2h09
12:43 PM Whitby0 transfersDirect
Coastliner12:34 PM York
2h09
2:43 PM Whitby0 transfersDirect
Coastliner2:44 PM York
2h09
4:53 PM Whitby0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from York to Whitby

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Buses from York to Whitby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €12
Distance
66 km
Average bus duration
2h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
3h 45m
First bus
08:07
Last bus
19:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €12

Bus providers: National Express, Coastliner from York to WhitbyYou can travel by bus between York to Whitby with National Express, Coastliner for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Coastliner

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Coastliner frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bus from York to Whitby

FAQs: Take the bus from York to Whitby with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Whitby.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from York to Whitby can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for York to Whitby is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between York and Whitby is on average 4 h 31 min   for the 66 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from York to Whitby by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from York to Whitby leaves at 08: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from York to Whitby leaves at 19: 42.
There are 2 coaches a day from York to Whitby which require at least one change with National Express or Coastliner. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the York to Whitby coach with National Express or Coastliner. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from York to Whitby as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Whitby from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from York to Whitby is November.
You have options as you can travel from York to Whitby 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from York to Whitby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from York to Whitby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from York to Whitby.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from York to Whitby, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from York to Whitby.
    No, luggage for the coach from York to Whitby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from York to Whitby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from York to Whitby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from York to Whitby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from York to Whitby.

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