The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Whitby
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Whitby will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sunderland 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 68 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 36 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 Sunderland to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sunderland to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Whitby trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:02 Sunderland | 2h30 | 18:32 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 08:01 Sunderland | 2h50 | 10:51 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:01 Sunderland | 4h36 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:02 Sunderland | 2h35 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Whitby
Trains from Sunderland to Whitby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:38, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 08:38 |
Last train 19:46 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Whitby from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Whitby
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- 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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