The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Whitby
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Whitby will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Doncaster for Whitby every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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 Doncaster to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£39 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Doncaster to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Whitby trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 Doncaster | 3h26 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
![]() | 07:17 Doncaster | 3h34 | 10:51 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Whitby
Trains from Doncaster to Whitby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:44, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 08:44 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Doncaster to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Doncaster and Whitby from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Doncaster to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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 Doncaster and Whitby
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow 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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