The average train between Whitby and Carlisle takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitby to Carlisle. 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 Whitby and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitby is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Whitby station and arriving at Carlisle station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Whitby to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.
Whitby to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Whitby to Carlisle train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Whitby and Carlisle is 156 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Whitby to Carlisle via Middlesbrough in around 5h 11m.