Dundee to Whitby train with Northern Rail (3)

Sat 22 Nov
+ Add return
Northern Rail (3)
Cross Country
ScotRail
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
1,000+ travel companies
Northern Rail (3)
Cross Country
ScotRail
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Whitby

Showing times and prices for 24 Nov

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

7 h 9 m

Average duration

7 h 9 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

265 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Dundee to Whitby will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Dundee 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 265 km distance in an average of 7 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 9 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.

CrossCountry
08:337h09
Dundee
15:42Whitby
£371One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Dundee to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee 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 5h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £94.

Distance: 265 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach

£155

Average Price

£41

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 46m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

15h 18m

Average total duration

14h 48m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Dundee to Whitby train times

The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Whitby trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country08:33 Dundee
7h09
15:42 Whitby0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Dundee to Whitby by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Mon
24 Nov
Tue
25 Nov
Wed
26 Nov
Thu
27 Nov
Fri
28 Nov
Sat
29 Nov
Sun
30 Nov

Journey information

Overview: Train from Dundee to Whitby

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Dundee to Whitby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:44, the last at 11:59. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 6h 3m.

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
265 km
Average train duration
5h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£94
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 3m
First train
08:44
Last train
11:59
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 Rail (3), Cross Country, ScotRail from Dundee to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Whitby from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 23m
Cheapest Price
£61
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 3m
Cheapest Price
£152
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 14m
Cheapest Price
£93
ScotRail frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Dundee to Whitby train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Whitby is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, scenic views, and enjoy local attractions.
A day trip from Dundee to Whitby is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 3m and the distance is 265 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
The train distance from Dundee to Whitby is 265 km.
To get from Dundee to Whitby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Dundee to Whitby offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, along the Northumberland coast, and past the charming countryside in North Yorkshire.
The train journey from Dundee to Whitby covers a distance of 265 km and takes approximately 6h 3m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Dundee to Whitby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Dundee to Whitby leaves at 8:44.
The cost of a train ticket from Dundee to Whitby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £94, while the average price tends to be around £155.
The last train from Dundee to Whitby departs at 11:59.
The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Whitby is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Trains from Dundee to Whitby run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dundee to Whitby.
The train station in Dundee that goes to Whitby is Dundee station (DEE), and it arrives at Whitby station (WTB).
There is no night train service from Dundee to Whitby.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dundee to Whitby.
Yes, you can take the train from Dundee to Whitby.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dundee and Whitby

Dundee
Whitby
The major train station for departures in Dundee is Dundee. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dundee for your trip from Dundee to Whitby.
DundeeWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Dundee station, South Union Street, Dundee, City of Dundee, DD1 4BY
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
  • 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
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Dundee
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance

More options for your journey from Dundee to Whitby

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return trains from Whitby to Dundee
Tickets and more information for trains to Dundee
Tickets and more information for trains to Whitby

Most popular trains to and from Whitby and Dundee

Dundee to Paris train
Leicester to Whitby train
Peterborough to Whitby train
York to Whitby train
Dundee to Manchester train
Birmingham to Whitby train
Dundee to Glasgow train
Dundee to Nottingham train
London to Whitby train
Preston to Whitby train
Doncaster to Whitby train
Dundee to Aberdeen train
Dundee to Cardiff train
Dundee to Oxford train
Dundee to Amsterdam train
Sheffield to Whitby train
Dundee to Birmingham train
Edinburgh to Whitby train
Nottingham to Whitby train
Leeds to Whitby train
Stansted Mountfitchet to Whitby train
Coventry to Whitby train
Dundee to Leeds train
Cambridge to Whitby train
Derby to Whitby train
Dundee to Bristol train
Swansea to Whitby train
Dundee to Cambridge train
Dundee to York train
Dundee to London train
Dundee to Newcastle train
Dundee to Sheffield train
Newcastle to Whitby train
Carlisle to Whitby train
Dundee to Edinburgh Airport train
Liverpool to Whitby train
Dundee to Edinburgh train
Dundee to Liverpool train
Dundee to Luton train
Dundee to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Glasgow to Whitby train
Manchester to Whitby train
Dundee to Southampton train
Middlesbrough to Whitby train
HomeTrainsTrain Times to Whitby Dundee to Whitby train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone