I have been thinking about doing the Way of the Roses again, but west to east this time. It would involve driving to Morecambe, then getting a train back from Bridlington to collect the car. Due to my aversion to cycling in bad weather, I would be doing this at fairly short notice; so no opportunity to take advantage of booking weeks ahead. The price, for a single from Bridlington to Morecambe? SIXTY THREE of your English pounds!! (There does not appear to be any off peak option in my search for 21st March). It also involves at least 2 changes of train, and a total journey time of nearly 5 hours. Outrageous. It's less than 140 miles by road.
Given a choice between driving and public transport; for me the car wins every time. More convenient, more comfortable, doesn't smell, no loud obnoxious passengers, and is cheaper. I am one of those unusual people who still quite enjoys driving unless stuck in traffic (which is normally easily avoided anywhere north of Manchester), so it's really a no-brainer.