The average train between Folkestone and Whitby takes 9h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 5 times a day between Folkestone and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Whitby at 11:53 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 9h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Whitby station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.
Folkestone to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Whitby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Folkestone to Whitby train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Whitby is 397.2 km. The road distance is 550 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Whitby via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, York, and Middlesbrough in around 7h 3m.