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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Whitby
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Whitby will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Whitby without transferring at least 2 times.
G01061+
G85866 · G8605910:03 AM5h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:37 PMWhitby station (WTB)$2011One-way2 transfers- G00705+G86070+
C012501:28 PM6h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:34 PMWhitby station (WTB)$2011One-way2 transfers
- G01061+G85866 · G8605910:03 AM5h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:37 PMWhitby station (WTB)$2011One-way2 transfers
- G00705+G86070+C012501:28 PM6h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:34 PMWhitby station (WTB)$2011One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Whitby:
A bus is $93 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Whitby costing on average $117 (€95).
Other travel options to Whitby take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Tickets start at around $117 (€95) compared to roughly $74 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-42.24 (€-34.57). The journey takes 5h 1m versus 3h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Whitby trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01061+G85866 · G86059 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h34 | 3:37 PM Whitby station (WTB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00705+C01250+G86070 | 1:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h06 | 7:34 PM Whitby station (WTB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Whitby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 5:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham to Whitby trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham and Whitby from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Whitby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Whitby by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Whitby
Most Birmingham to Whitby trains use the Birmingham New Street to Whitby station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Whitby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Small Heath from Birmingham city centre
Small Heath is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Small Heath train station facilities and services
Small Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Small Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Small Heath. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Small Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Small Heath: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Small Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Whitby station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Whitby from Whitby city centre
Whitby train station facilities and services
Whitby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Whitby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whitby: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitby: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitby: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Both platforms are step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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