The average train between Leeds and Whitby takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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 Leeds and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 8:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Whitby at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.
Leeds to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Leeds to Whitby train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leeds and Whitby is 97.9 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Whitby via Middlesbrough in around 3h 56m.