Whitby to Edinburgh train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Whitby to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Whitby to Edinburgh take around 4 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of approximately 231 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Whitby is scheduled to depart at around  06:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Whitby at around 06:30, with the last train leaving at around 19:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 15 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$86.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Whitby to Edinburgh?

The journey between Whitby and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Whitby to Edinburgh every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Whitby to Edinburgh?

The Whitby to Edinburgh train travel takes about 4 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the Whitby to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Whitby at around 06:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Whitby at around 06:30, with the final departure at 19:35.