Going from Carlisle to Whitby by train

About to set off from Carlisle to Whitby by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Carlisle to Whitby

Ready to book tickets from Carlisle to Whitby? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Carlisle and Whitby typically run €24.97.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Carlisle to Whitby departure frequency and train timetable

With 9 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 1 hour and 17 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:57 and the last one is at 22:04. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:25, with the last one at 22:06.

How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Whitby?

This journey covers a total of 156 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 4 hours and 19 minutes.

Booking time frame: Carlisle to Whitby trains

Tickets for travel to Whitby along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Whitby

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Whitby.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Carlisle to Whitby by train?

The train route from Carlisle to Whitby covers 156 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Carlisle to Whitby?

The cheapest fare on this route is €24.97. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Carlisle to Whitby train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Whitby?

The fastest jouney takes 4 hours and 19 minutes.