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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Whitby
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Whitby will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $117.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Whitby every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Whitby
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $116.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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$118 Average Price | $17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Whitby trains for today, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:57 pm Manchester | 5h37 | 7:34 pm Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:58 pm Manchester | 5h36 | 7:34 pm Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 21 March | |||||
| 11:15 am Manchester | 4h20 | 3:35 pm Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Whitby
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Trains from Manchester to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $116 but you can travel from only $16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 19:43 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Manchester to Whitby trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Whitby from $16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Whitby
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Both platforms are step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.
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