What is the best way to travel from Glasgow to Whitby?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Whitby from Glasgow. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Whitby from Glasgow?
You can reach Whitby with just £70 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Avanti West Coast6h 54m005:48GlasgowCentral Station12:42WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/07/2025 05:48:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/07/2025 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 54m
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Avanti West Coast8h 54m005:48GlasgowCentral Station14:42WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 05:48:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 14:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 54m
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Avanti West Coast7h 14m005:33GlasgowCentral Station12:47WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 05:33:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 12:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 14m
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What are the fastest trips from Glasgow to Whitby?
You can get to Whitby from Glasgow in just 6h 54m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Avanti West Coast6h 54m005:48GlasgowCentral Station12:42WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/07/2025 05:48:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/07/2025 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 54m
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Avanti West Coast7h 14m005:33GlasgowCentral Station12:47WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 05:33:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 12:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 14m
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Avanti West Coast8h 54m005:48GlasgowCentral Station14:42WhitbyCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 05:48:00 to Central Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 14:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 54m
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Bus from Glasgow to Whitby
What are the most popular stations in Glasgow and Whitby?
In Glasgow, you will usually depart from Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station or Queen Street Station, while in Whitby you will be arriving at Parish Church Coach Station, St Hildas Terrace or Station Square, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Whitby from Glasgow? With 1 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Glasgow and Whitby, you can pay as low as £70 with a Train from Avanti West Coast.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Whitby in just 6h 54m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Glasgow and Whitby are Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Glasgow and Whitby is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopbriggs or to Whitby, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Glasgow to Whitby?
The most popular companies between Glasgow and Whitby, are Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Glasgow to Whitby
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Glasgow to Whitby. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Glasgow to Whitby
How can I reach Whitby from Glasgow?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Whitby from Glasgow.
How far is Whitby from Glasgow?
The distance between Glasgow and Whitby is 277.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Glasgow and Whitby?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 47 kgs, and a flight 68 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Glasgow to Whitby?
You can get to Whitby with just £70 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast.
What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Whitby?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Whitby in just 6h 54m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.
More routes to Glasgow and to Whitby
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