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

From Rotherham to Whitby by bus and train

To get from Rotherham to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Rotherham Central station to Doncaster station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 840 bus from Rail Station station to Boyes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Rotherham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

272min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 840840
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Rotherham Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotherham Central
    460 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Doncaster
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Doncaster
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID 32900144
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 840840
    Wait for bus
    840
    Whitby Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boyes
    ID 32096482
    148 min
  • 9
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rotherham to Whitby by bus and train via NORTHERN, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 840

To get from Rotherham to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Rotherham Central station to Leeds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 840 bus from Rail Station station to Boyes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Rotherham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

262min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 840840
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Rotherham Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotherham Central
    460 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    65 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID 32900144
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 840840
    Wait for bus
    840
    Whitby Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boyes
    ID 32096482
    148 min
  • 9
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rotherham to Whitby

The distance between Rotherham and Whitby is approximately 163.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 272 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Whitby

To check the bus and train schedule from Rotherham to Whitby using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rotherham) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Rotherham to Whitby by bus and train via NORTHERN, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 840

To get from Rotherham to Whitby you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Rotherham Central station to Leeds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 840 bus from Rail Station station to Boyes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Rotherham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Whitby on the Moovit app.

262min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 840840
Walk to Whitby
Leaves from Rotherham Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotherham Central
    460 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    65 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID 32900144
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 840840
    Wait for bus
    840
    Whitby Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boyes
    ID 32096482
    148 min
  • 9
    Walk to Whitby
    Walk to
    Whitby
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 272 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 840.

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

    The alternative route takes 262 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 840.

  • Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Whitby?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rotherham to Whitby?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Rotherham Central station near Rotherham in Rotherham to Doncaster station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Doncaster station near Whitby.

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

    The total travel time between Rotherham and Whitby by train and bus is about 4 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rotherham to get to Whitby?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Rotherham Central station near Rotherham in Rotherham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rotherham and Whitby?

    Get off the train at the Doncaster stop, which is closest to Whitby.

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