Howden to Whitby by train
| First train | 06:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:26 | |
| Departure station | Howden | |
| Arrival station | Whitby | |
| Journey time | From 3h 41m | |
| Distance | 51 miles (82 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
Travelling from Howden to Whitby by train
Looking to travel from Howden to Whitby by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 29 minutes to travel from Howden to Whitby by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 51 miles (82 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Whitby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or Hull Trains to get to Whitby. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Howden to Whitby in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Howden to Whitby
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Consider a Season Ticket
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