The average train between Prestwich and Whitby takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Prestwich 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 Prestwich and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwich is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Whitby at 10:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Prestwich 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 Prestwich to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Prestwich station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.
Prestwich to Whitby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Prestwich to Whitby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Whitby station.
The distance between Prestwich and Whitby is 152.1 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a vehicle from Prestwich to Whitby via Victoria, Manchester Victoria, and Middlesbrough in around 5h 53m.