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Visit Whitby Abbey car-free
Enjoy scenic coastal or moorland routes by bus or train to reach Whitby. Whitby Abbey is just ½ mile from the Town Centre, a 15-minute walk up the famous 199 steps – there are resting points on the way up and great views from the top!
Our journey planner will show you train and bus times and walking routes.
Enjoy 20% off entry when you visit us car-free, showing a train or bus ticket or a bike helmet on arrival – terms and conditions apply.
Cyclists welcome. National Routes 1 and 165 meet in Whitby. Plan your cycle route here.
The Cleveland Way/England Coast Path passes Whitby Abbey.
There is a taxi rank by Whitby Station, or you can book a taxi from Abbey Taxis 01947 606666, Jim’s Taxis 07490 007007 or White Rose Taxis 01947 604604.
Enjoy scenic train ride Esk Valley Line or a spectacular bus ride on the Coastliner 840 to Whitby.
The Arriva North East 3 Day ticket is valid on all their services along the North Yorkshire Coast linking Middlesbrough, Whitby and Scarborough.
Transdev buses offer a Daytripper Plus ticket covering all their network in Yorkshire, including Coastliner.
Northern Rail’s Tyne and Tees Day Ranger ticket covers travel from as far north as Morpeth, Hexham and Newcastle to Middlesbrough and the scenic Esk Valley line to Whitby.
Northern Rail also offer a Yorkshire Coast Day Ranger ticket that includes rail travel from Hull to Scarborough and bus X93 from Scarborough to Whitby.
Here’s some information on accessibility on buses and trains. And here’s information on accessibility at Whitby Abbey.
Getting to Whitby Abbey car-free
Here's our recommended route to Whitby Abbey. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By bus
Whitby is served by regular bus X93 from Middlesbrough via Guisborough. Buses run hourly (every 2 hours on Sundays), taking 70 minutes.
Bus X4 and bus X4A also run from Middlesbrough to Whitby, on a longer route via the coastal towns of Redcar and Saltburn. Buses run every 30 minutes (hourly on Sundays).
Bus 93 runs hourly every day from Scarborough via Robin Hood’s Bay to Whitby, taking just one hour.
Coastliner Bus 840 runs from Leeds, via York, Malton and Pickering to Whitby 4 times a day Monday to Saturday (fewer on Sundays). The epic ride includes spectacular views of North York Moors National Park.
From Whitby Bus Station in the heart of the town, the walk to Whitby Abbey takes about 15 minutes, via the 199 steps.
By train
It’s a delightful train ride through the North York Moors National Park along the Esk Valley Line from Middlesbrough to Whitby. There are 6 trains a day (4 on Sundays) and the journey from Middlesbrough takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are connections at Middlesbrough from Darlington, Newcastle, Sunderland and Stockton.
From West Yorkshire, or further afield, you might find it easier to take the train to Malton (for bus 840) or Scarborough (for bus X93).
From Hull, Beverley, Bridlington or Filey take the train to Scarborough (for bus X93).
In the summer, you can take a steam train ride on the North York Moors Railway from Pickering to Whitby.
From Whitby train station the walk to Whitby Abbey takes about 15 minutes, via the 199 steps.
About Whitby Abbey
Whitby Abbey has been inspiring visitors for nearly 1500 years – now it’s your turn.
Discover stories of saints, poets and Dracula as you explore soaring gothic ruins and take in the stunning sea views.
There’s more to see and do at the abbey than ever before. With fantastic views over the coast, a revamped museum and wide open grounds to roam, it’s a great value day out for everyone.
Don’t miss
• Wander through spectacular ruins and take in the beautiful coastal views
• Discover tales of Viking raids and saintly Saxons in the museum – and find out how Whitby inspired Bram Stoker
For any queries about visiting contact Whitby Abbey on 0370 333 1181 or customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Address: Abbey Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT. Visit Website