The average train between Lancaster and Whitby takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Lancaster 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 Lancaster and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 6:29 PM which arrives into Whitby at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Whitby station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Lancaster to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Lancaster to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Lancaster and Whitby is 150.1 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Whitby via Manchester Oxford Road and Middlesbrough in around 6h 58m.