The average train between Burnley and Whitby takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. There is at least one train per day from Burnley 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.
Trains run once daily between Burnley and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 7:22 PM which arrives into Whitby at 10:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Hebden Bridge and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 31m • 2 changes

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5h 10m • 2 changes

5h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Burnley 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.
No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Burnley to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hebden Bridge station.
Burnley to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Burnley to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Burnley and Whitby is 131.3 km. The road distance is 239 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Whitby via Hebden Bridge and Middlesbrough in around 5h 52m.