Carlisle to Whitby train with Northern Trains Limited

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Whitby

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

4 h 19 m

Average duration

4 h 36 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

156 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carlisle to Whitby will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Carlisle to Whitby you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    7:334h20
    Carlisle
    11:53Whitby
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:335h04
    Carlisle
    15:37Whitby
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    17:334h19
    Carlisle
    21:52Whitby
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    14:544h39
    Carlisle
    19:33Whitby
    £251One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 156 km

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Coach

£43

Average Price

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 18m

Average total duration

11h 48m

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Live departures

Carlisle to Whitby train times

The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Whitby trains for today, Sunday 14 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Trains Limited19:55 Carlisle
11h21
7:16 Whitby1 change
Monday 15 June
Northern Trains Limited7:33 Carlisle
4h20
11:53 Whitby1 change
Northern Trains Limited10:33 Carlisle
5h04
15:37 Whitby1 change
Northern Trains Limited14:54 Carlisle
4h39
19:33 Whitby1 change
Northern Trains Limited17:33 Carlisle
4h19
21:52 Whitby1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Whitby by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Whitby

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Trains from Carlisle to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 4h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance
156 km
Average train duration
4h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 43m
First train
7:24
Last train
15:57
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39

Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Carlisle to Whitby trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Carlisle and Whitby from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£24
Northern Trains Limited frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Carlisle to Whitby train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Whitby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Carlisle to Whitby covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 4h 43m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Carlisle to Whitby is 156 km.
The first train from Carlisle to Whitby leaves at 7:24.
The last train from Carlisle to Whitby departs at 15:57.
Trains from Carlisle to Whitby run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Whitby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Whitby.
To get from Carlisle to Whitby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Whitby.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Whitby is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Whitby station (WTB).
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Whitby is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Whitby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Carlisle to Whitby is considered scenic, as it traverses through the picturesque landscapes of the North Pennines and the North York Moors, offering stunning views of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush countryside.
A day trip from Carlisle to Whitby is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 43m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Whitby is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, scenic views, and enjoy local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Whitby.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Whitby

Carlisle
Whitby
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Whitby.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
  • 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
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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