The average train between Harrogate and Whitby takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Harrogate 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 Harrogate and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harrogate is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Whitby at 12:35 PM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Harrogate station and arriving at Whitby station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.
Harrogate to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Harrogate station.
Harrogate to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Harrogate to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Harrogate and Whitby is 81.5 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Harrogate to Whitby via York and Middlesbrough in around 4h 47m.