The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitby to Scarborough
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitby to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitby to Scarborough will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 2 trains that leave Whitby for Scarborough on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Whitby to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitby to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€91 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Whitby to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitby to Scarborough trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:44 AM Whitby | 4h15 | 11:59 AM Scarborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Whitby | 3h59 | 2:59 PM Scarborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Whitby to Scarborough trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as Northern Rail (3) offer trains services from Whitby to Scarborough. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Whitby to Scarborough.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Whitby to Scarborough.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Whitby to Scarborough.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Whitby to Scarborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Whitby to Scarborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitby to Scarborough
Trains from Whitby to Scarborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 19:46 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Whitby to Scarborough trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Whitby and Scarborough from $4 (€3). 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 Whitby to Scarborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitby to Scarborough 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 Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Whitby to Scarborough
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
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