The average train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Whitby takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Ashton-under-Lyne and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Whitby at 12:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Stalybridge and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne station and arriving at Whitby station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stalybridge station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Whitby is 147.4 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Whitby via Stalybridge, Leeds, and Middlesbrough in around 5h 47m.