The average train between Whitby and York takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitby to York. 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 every 4 hours between Whitby and York. 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 York at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Whitby to York. However, there are services departing from Whitby station and arriving at York station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Whitby to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.
Whitby to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Whitby to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Whitby and York is 66.3 km. The road distance is 135 km.
You can take a train from Whitby to York via Middlesbrough in around 3h 13m.