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Compare coach and train for Preston to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 159 km
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£105 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Whitby trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:53 Preston | 8h23 | 21:16 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Whitby
Trains from Preston to Whitby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 16:51. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 16:51 |
FAQs: Preston to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston and Whitby
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- 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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