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How to get from Leeds to Whitby by bus and train?

From Leeds to Whitby by bus and train

To get from Leeds to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 19 bus from Cultural H station to Station B station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the X94 bus from Railway Station Stop S station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

174min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1919
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - X94X94
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Cultural H

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cultural H
    ID 45032252
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1919
    Wait for bus
    19
    Ireland Wood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Station B
    ID 45032353
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeds
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop S
    ID 32001221
    70 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X94X94
    Wait for bus
    X94
    Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    ID 32090555
    60 min
  • 10
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    80 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leeds to Whitby by bus and train via 16, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and X94

To get from Leeds to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from Cultural H station to City Square D station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the X94 bus from Railway Station Stop S station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

186min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - X94X94
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Cultural H

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cultural H
    ID 45032252
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Pudsey Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    City Square D
    ID 45032242
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeds
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop S
    ID 32001221
    70 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X94X94
    Wait for bus
    X94
    Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    ID 32090555
    60 min
  • 10
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    80 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Leeds to Whitby

The distance between Leeds and Whitby is approximately 146.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leeds to Whitby by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Whitby – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Leeds to Whitby

To check the bus and train schedule from Leeds to Whitby using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leeds) and destination (Whitby), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Alternative route from Leeds to Whitby by bus and train via 16, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and X94

To get from Leeds to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from Cultural H station to City Square D station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the X94 bus from Railway Station Stop S station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

186min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - X94X94
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Cultural H

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cultural H
    ID 45032252
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Pudsey Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    City Square D
    ID 45032242
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeds
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop S
    ID 32001221
    70 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X94X94
    Wait for bus
    X94
    Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    ID 32090555
    60 min
  • 10
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    80 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Whitby?

    The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Bus line 19, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line X94.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leeds to Whitby?

    The alternative route takes 186 minutes, using Bus line 16, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line X94.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Whitby?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leeds to Whitby?

    The 19 bus line goes from Cultural H station near Leeds in Yorkshire to Ireland Wood station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ireland Wood station near Whitby.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leeds to Whitby by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Leeds and Whitby by bus and train is about 2 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Leeds to get to Whitby?

    Get on the 19 bus from the Cultural H stop near Leeds in Yorkshire.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Leeds and Whitby?

    Get off the bus at the Ireland Wood stop, which is closest to Whitby.