The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitby to London
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitby to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitby to London will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
To travel from Whitby to London you need to make at least 2 changes.
W50895 · Y06705+
Y23307
W50895 · Y06705+
Y23304
Y06570+
C26849+
Y23283
Y06570 · Y01832+
Y23283
W50895 · Y06705+
Y23304
Y06570+
C26849+
Y23283
Y06570 · Y01832+
Y23283
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Y23307Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Whitby to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitby to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 333 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Whitby to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitby to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y06570 · Y01832+ Y23283 | On time 08:44 Whitby station (WTB) | 4h54 | 13:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
Y06570+ C26849+ Y23283 | On time 08:44 Whitby station (WTB) | 4h54 | 13:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
W50895 · Y06705+ Y23304 | On time 12:00 Whitby station (WTB) | 4h48 | 16:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
W50895 · Y06705+ Y23307 | On time 12:00 Whitby station (WTB) | 5h38 | 17:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitby to London
Trains from Whitby to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 333 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 333 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 03:44 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains from Whitby to London trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Whitby and London from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Whitby to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitby to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitby and London
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
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