The cheapest and fastest trains from Bishop Auckland to Whitby
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bishop Auckland to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bishop Auckland to Whitby will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bishop Auckland for Whitby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bishop Auckland to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop Auckland to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bishop Auckland to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Bishop Auckland to Whitby trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:27 Bishop Auckland | 3h24 | 10:51 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 Bishop Auckland | 4h10 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:26 Bishop Auckland | 3h11 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop Auckland to Whitby
Trains from Bishop Auckland to Whitby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:27, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 08:27 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Bishop Auckland to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bishop Auckland and Whitby from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Trains from Bishop Auckland to Whitby
The route for trains from Bishop Auckland to Whitby is served by Northern rail. The operator provides multiple and frequent services each day with the first train departing for Whitby Train Station at 9:26 a.m. and the last train leaving for Bishop Auckland Station at 9:10 p.m. All services require one change and, therefore, the journey length is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Passengers should be aware, nonetheless, that journey times may vary and are largely dependent on the time of day that passengers choose to travel.
FAQs: Bishop Auckland to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop Auckland to Whitby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bishop Auckland and Whitby
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 12:2513:00 - 16:25 Saturday 08:50 - 12:2513:00 - 16:25 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, There is step free access onto the platform. Kerb from car park to station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Both platforms are step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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