The average train between Shrewsbury and Whitby takes 9h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 8:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Whitby at 11:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 9h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Whitby station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.
Shrewsbury to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Whitby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Shrewsbury to Whitby train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Shrewsbury and Whitby is 242.7 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Whitby via Manchester Piccadilly and Middlesbrough in around 7h 14m.