Whitby travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitby

With a population of 13 897, Whitby is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Whitby to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Whitby

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Star Inn The Harbour (1 Langborne Road) and The Marine (Marine parade) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Barn Pub & Restaurant (Coal Pit Ln) and Macy Brown's Whitby (New Quay Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Whitby.

When to visit Whitby

Whitby in November
Estimated hotel price
£91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitby in November
Estimated hotel price
£91
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whitby

Plane

Although Whitby doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Darlington Teesside Intl (MME), which is located 53 km from Whitby. The shortest domestic flight to Whitby departs from Manchester and takes around 3h 30m.

Train

Located 2.1 km from the city centre, Whitby Ruswarp, Nyork is the busiest station in Whitby. Another popular train station is Whitby Kildale, located 29 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whitby is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 154 km from Whitby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Whitby doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Darlington Teesside Intl (MME), which is located 53 km from Whitby. The shortest domestic flight to Whitby departs from Manchester and takes around 3h 30m.

Train

Located 2.1 km from the city centre, Whitby Ruswarp, Nyork is the busiest station in Whitby. Another popular train station is Whitby Kildale, located 29 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whitby is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 154 km from Whitby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Airlines serving Whitby

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (776 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,449 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (956 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (51 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (988 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (538 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitby

Average rates range from around £97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whitby

Most booked hotels in Whitby

Gisborough Hall
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£164+
The Angel Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£75+
Yha Whitby
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£24+
Grosvenor Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£55+
Cross Keys by Chef & Brewer Collection
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£68+
The Plough
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£90+

Hiring a car in Whitby

Hiring a car in Whitby costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Darlington Teesside Intl.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Whitby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Whitby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Whitby costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Darlington Teesside Intl.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Whitby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Whitby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.