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The average train between Lancaster and Whitby takes 7h 19m 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.

7h 19m
Duration
204 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain train
  2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Middlesbroughtrain train
  3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain train
6h 57m
£61–110

Lancaster to Whitby train times

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 6:27 PM which arrives into Whitby at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 7h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited12h 48m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited6h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Lancaster to Whitby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 203.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Whitby via Manchester Oxford Road and Middlesbrough in around 6h 57m.

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