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Folkestone West to Whitby by train

First train

07:01

Last train

10:58

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Whitby

Journey time

From 8h 34m

Distance

246 miles (396 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

Taking the train from Folkestone West to Whitby in 8 hours 34 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Folkestone West to Whitby? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 8 hours 35 minutes to travel the 246 miles (396 km) from Folkestone West to Whitby by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or TransPennine Express to Whitby. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Folkestone West to Whitby in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Whitby by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Folkestone West to Whitby

Want to know more about your journey from Folkestone West to Whitby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Whitby from Folkestone West?

To travel to Whitby from Folkestone West, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 8 hours and 34 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Folkestone West to Whitby?

Trains from Folkestone West to Whitby take an average of 8 hours and 35 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 8 hours and 34 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Folkestone West and Whitby by train?

The quickest journey time between Folkestone West and Whitby by train is 8 hours and 34 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Folkestone West to Whitby?

No, there are no direct trains running from Folkestone West to Whitby, you’ll usually need to make at least 4 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Whitby

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Folkestone West to Whitby is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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