Yarm to Whitby train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Yarm to Whitby

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 6 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Yarm to Whitby will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

To travel from Yarm to Whitby you need to make at least one change.

TransPennine Express
10:202h10
Yarm
12:30Whitby
£281One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express
13:162h09
Yarm
15:25Whitby
£281One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express
16:252h00
Yarm
18:25Whitby
£281One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Yarm to Whitby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Yarm to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 48 km

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Coach

£28

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

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30m

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Live departures

Yarm to Whitby train times

The table below shows live departures for Yarm to Whitby trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
TransPennine Express06:14 Yarm
2h22
08:36 Whitby1 change
TransPennine Express09:20 Yarm
2h29
11:49 Whitby1 change
TransPennine Express13:19 Yarm
2h17
15:36 Whitby1 change
TransPennine Express17:18 Yarm
2h13
19:31 Whitby1 change
TransPennine Express20:21 Yarm
1h54
22:15 Whitby1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Yarm 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Yarm to Whitby

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Trains from Yarm to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 54m.

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 £10
Distance
48 km
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 54m
First train
06:14
Last train
20:20
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 £10

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Yarm to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Yarm and Whitby from £10. 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
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£22
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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
£28
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Yarm to Whitby train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yarm 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
To get from Yarm to Whitby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Whitby is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, scenic views, and enjoy local attractions.
Yes, the train journey from Yarm to Whitby is scenic, offering picturesque views of the North Yorkshire countryside, charming villages, and the stunning coastal approach to Whitby.
The train distance from Yarm to Whitby is 48 km.
The train journey from Yarm to Whitby covers a distance of 48 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Yarm to Whitby leaves at 6:14.
The last train from Yarm to Whitby departs at 20:20.
Trains from Yarm to Whitby run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Yarm to Whitby.
There is no night train service from Yarm to Whitby.
A day trip from Yarm to Whitby is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 54m. However, there are 3 trains per day covering the 48 km distance.
Booking trains from Yarm to Whitby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Yarm to Whitby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The cheapest way to get from Yarm to Whitby is by coach, costing approximately £10.
The train station in Yarm that goes to Whitby is Yarm station (YRM), and it arrives at Whitby station (WTB).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Yarm to Whitby.
Yes, you can take the train from Yarm to Whitby.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Yarm and Whitby

Yarm
Whitby
The major train station for departures in Yarm is Yarm. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Yarm for your trip from Yarm to Whitby.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. 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 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Yarm
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services will depart from the station car park.

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