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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Whitby
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Whitby will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Carlisle to Whitby without transferring at least once.
7:33 AM4h20Carlisle11:53 AMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer- 10:33 AM5h04Carlisle3:37 PMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer
- 5:33 PM4h19Carlisle9:52 PMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer
- 2:54 PM4h39Carlisle7:33 PMWhitby$341One-way1 transfer
- 5:33 PM4h19Carlisle9:52 PMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer
- 7:33 AM4h20Carlisle11:53 AMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer
- 2:54 PM4h39Carlisle7:33 PMWhitby$341One-way1 transfer
- 10:33 AM5h04Carlisle3:37 PMWhitby$321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlisle to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 18m Average total duration 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carlisle to Whitby:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carlisle to Whitby costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Whitby take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 48m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.18 (€-13.13). The journey takes 4h 54m versus 2h 47m 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
Carlisle to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Whitby trains for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 PM Carlisle | 11h21 | 7:16 AM Whitby | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 15 | |||||
| 7:33 AM Carlisle | 4h20 | 11:53 AM Whitby | 1 transfer | |
| 10:33 AM Carlisle | 5h04 | 3:37 PM Whitby | 1 transfer | |
| 2:54 PM Carlisle | 4h39 | 7:33 PM Whitby | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Whitby
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Trains from Carlisle to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 7:24 AM |
Last train 3:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Carlisle to Whitby trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Carlisle and Whitby from $53 (€43). 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 Carlisle to Whitby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Whitby
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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