The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Whitby
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
10 h 43 m
Average duration
10 h 43 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Whitby will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester for Whitby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 208 km distance in an average of 10 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 43 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 43 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 208 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Whitby
Buses from Leicester to Whitby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 7h 58m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 58m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to WhitbyYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Whitby with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Whitby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Whitby by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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