The average train between Sale and Whitby takes 7h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Sale 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 4 times a day between Sale and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sale is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Whitby at 10:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 7h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sale 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 Sale to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.
Sale to Whitby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Whitby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Whitby station.
The distance between Sale and Whitby is 162.6 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a vehicle from Dane Road to Whitby via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Middlesbrough in around 6h 43m.