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Compare coach and train for Whitby to Thornaby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitby to Thornaby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 45 km
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Why should you book Whitby to Thornaby trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) operates all trains services from Whitby to Thornaby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Whitby to Thornaby.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Whitby to Thornaby.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Whitby to Thornaby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitby to Thornaby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Whitby to Thornaby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 30m.
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
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 22:04 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Whitby to Thornaby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Whitby and Thornaby from £6. 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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
FAQs: Whitby to Thornaby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitby to Thornaby 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 Thornaby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Whitby to Thornaby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Whitby to Thornaby covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Whitby to Thornaby is 45 km.
The first train from Whitby to Thornaby leaves at 6:24.
The last train from Whitby to Thornaby departs at 22:04.
Trains from Whitby to Thornaby run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Whitby to Thornaby.
Yes, there is a direct train between Whitby and Thornaby. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Whitby to Thornaby, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Whitby to Thornaby.
The train station in Whitby that goes to Thornaby is Whitby station (WTB), and it arrives at Thornaby station (TBY).
The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Thornaby is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Whitby to Thornaby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Whitby to Thornaby is considered scenic. It travels through the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors, offering views of beautiful countryside, charming villages, and coastal landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Whitby to Thornaby is feasible. The journey takes 1h 30m and there are 2 trains per day. The distance is 45 km.
Thornaby can be thoroughly explored in one to two days, allowing visitors to enjoy local attractions and nearby areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Whitby to Thornaby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitby and Thornaby
Whitby
Thornaby
The major train station for departures in Whitby is Whitby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Whitby for your trip from Whitby to Thornaby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Whitby
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.
The major train station for arrivals in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your journey to Thornaby from Whitby.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
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