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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Whitby takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Whitby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 30m
Duration
162 mi
Distance
£57
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Bolton to Whitby train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Bolton and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Whitby at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited11h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 4m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Whitby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Whitby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 161.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Whitby via Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough in around 5h 56m.

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