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The main roads in Whitby are the A171, which runs from Scarborough to Guisborough; the A174, which provides access to towns further north; and the A169, linking to Pickering across the moors. Whitby featured in the third episode of Clarkson, Hammond and May's car show, The Grand Tour. Arriva operates the town's bus network, except for the Yorkshire Coastliner, one of the country's most scenic bus routes. Whitby railway station is on Station Square in the town centre.

Since Whitby is on the coast, cars may experience a higher level of corrosion on key components, requiring them to be replaced more often. The bodywork starts to rust first; other parts most at risk include the brake callipers, nuts, and bolts. You can help to prevent this from happening by regularly washing your car, especially after a trip to the beach. Since rust spreads and eats away at metal components, it's best to get it fixed sooner rather than later. Whitby is also in a rural area where you're likely to encounter uneven road surfaces and sharp turns, putting strain on your tyres and suspension. Regularly inspecting these components and following our tyre maintenance advice will help prevent any problems from developing. When driving through the nearby countryside, keep an eye out for animals and livestock on the road to avoid braking suddenly, and be aware of other road users since there may be unmarked blind bends. Country roads sometimes flood during heavy rainfall, so check the forecast and take it slow through patches of water to avoid aquaplaning.