The average train between Skipton and Whitby takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Skipton 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 Skipton and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skipton is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Whitby at 12:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Skipton 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 Skipton to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Skipton station and arriving at Whitby station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.
Skipton to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.
Skipton to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Skipton to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Skipton and Whitby is 108.2 km. The road distance is 218 km.
You can take a train from Skipton to Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough in around 5h 20m.