The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Whitby
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Whitby will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bolton for Whitby every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 44 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.








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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Whitby
Trains from Bolton to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:44, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 08:44 |
Last train 18:34 |
FAQs: Bolton to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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 Bolton and Whitby
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- 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.
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