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The average train between Bolton and Whitby takes 6h 29m 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 29m
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 11:35 PM which arrives into Whitby at 12:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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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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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited11h 27m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 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, October 28, 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, October 29, 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, October 30, 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, October 31, 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 Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 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.

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  • Distance: 161.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 29m

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 57m.

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