The average train between Kirkby and Whitby takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkby 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 5 times a day between Kirkby and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkby is at 6:58 PM which arrives into Whitby at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kirkby 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 Kirkby to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Whitby station via Leeds station and Middlesbrough station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Kirkby to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Kirkby to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
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The distance between Kirkby and Whitby is 186.2 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Kirkby to Whitby via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, and Middlesbrough in around 6h 49m.