York to Whitby train with Northern Rail (3)

Thu, Feb 20
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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Whitby

Showing times and prices for Feb 20

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$48

Fastest journey

2 h 34 m

Average duration

2 h 56 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Northern RailP13121Transpennine Express+Northern RailP13121W49480
04:39PM2h52
York station (YRK)
07:31PMWhitby station (WTB)
$331One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Northern RailP13097Transpennine Express+Northern RailP13097W49445
12:39PM2h58
York station (YRK)
03:37PMWhitby station (WTB)
$331One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Northern RailP13139Transpennine Express+Northern RailP13139W48007
07:42PM2h34
York station (YRK)
10:16PMWhitby station (WTB)
$331One-way
1 transfer
Northern RailC46108Cross Country+Northern Rail+Northern RailC46108W47805W47987
08:45AM3h06
York station (YRK)
11:51AMWhitby station (WTB)
$701One-way
2 transfers
Northern RailP13073Transpennine Express+Northern RailP13073W47987
08:39AM3h12
York station (YRK)
11:51AMWhitby station (WTB)
$701One-way
1 transfer

Live departures

York to Whitby train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, February 19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail
P12932
On time
05:32AM York station (YRK)
3h06
08:38AM Whitby station (WTB)
1 transfer
Northern Rail
P13073
On time
08:39AM York station (YRK)
3h12
11:51AM Whitby station (WTB)
1 transfer
Northern Rail
C46108
On time
08:45AM York station (YRK)
3h06
11:51AM Whitby station (WTB)
2 transfers
Northern Rail
P13097
On time
12:39PM York station (YRK)
2h58
03:37PM Whitby station (WTB)
1 transfer
Northern Rail
P13121
On time
04:39PM York station (YRK)
2h52
07:31PM Whitby station (WTB)
1 transfer
Northern Rail
P13133
On time
06:39PM York station (YRK)
3h37
10:16PM Whitby station (WTB)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Whitby

Trains from York to Whitby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€19) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
41 miles (66 km)
Average train duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€19)
Trains per day
4
Train providers
1
Fastest train
2h 44m
First train
05:32
Last train
19:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from York to Whitby trains

Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between York and Whitby from $15 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between York and Whitby. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

York to Whitby train information with Northern Rail (3):

  • Average Duration: 2 h 37 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15

FAQs: Trains from York to Whitby

FAQs: Travel by train from York to Whitby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Whitby.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from York to Whitby can start from as little as $21 (€18) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for York to Whitby is $40 (€36); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the York to Whitby train travel time is 2 h 53 min   for the 41 mile (66 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from York to Whitby leaves at 5: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from York to Whitby leaves at 7: 46 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from York to Whitby which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best York to Whitby train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from York to Whitby to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 46 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from York, which is located around 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Whitby, located 0.2 miles (332 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Whitby from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from York to Whitby is March.
Yes, you can take a train to Whitby from York.

Popular train stations from York to Whitby

York
Whitby
The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Whitby.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Public transit options for York
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Whitby is Whitby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Whitby for your journey to Whitby from York.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Public transit options for Whitby
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.

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