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| Heworth Galtres | Ruswarp Church | Cheapest | ||||
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| Stockton on the Forest Village | Ruswarp Church | Fastest | ||||
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| Heworth Galtres | Ruswarp Church | No tags | ||||
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Get from York to Whitby
The journey takes about 1 hour 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Passengers consistently praised the bus service for being on time, offering comfortable seating, and providing friendly drivers. The scenic views during the journey were also highlighted as a positive aspect. However, some users noted minor issues such as delays in ticket processing and unexpected schedule changes without prior notification. Overall, travelers appreciated the smooth and enjoyable experience provided by this service.
Coastliner York Whitby recent customer reviews
Well, the bus broke down about an hour's walk from our destination, so... that wasn't great.
Kim P.
There was not a 9.23 bus what we booked. Your information was wrong so we had to wait nearly a hour for the 10.15 bus
Nicholas S.
Smooth journey and some lovely views along the way. Bus remained on time so very satisfied
Penny H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from York to Whitby
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from York to Whitby?
The cheapest coach tickets from York to Whitby start from £5. The average price for this route is around £5. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from York to Whitby?
The average bus journey time from York to Whitby is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 39 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 44m and is operated by Yorkshire Coastliner.
Which bus companies service the York to Whitby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from York to Whitby?
The earliest bus departs from York to Whitby at 08:01. And the latest bus departs at 14:58.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from York to Whitby?
A bus journey from York to Whitby produces an estimated 1.56995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from York to Whitby was searched and found on 14 Oct 2026 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from York to Whitby as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £4 for a bus ticket from York to Whitby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-10-15.
