How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to Whitby?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Whitby start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Whitby?

The average train ride duration from Sunderland to Whitby is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 43 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators service the Sunderland to Whitby route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sunderland to Whitby?

The earliest train departs from Sunderland to Whitby at 9:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:22pm.

Train Sunderland to Whitby from $5

Next train departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Whitby on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:01pm	Sunderland	2h 36m	3:37pm	Whitby	Cheapest
Train	7:22pm	Sunderland	2h 30m	9:52pm	Whitby	Fastest
Train	5:01pm	Sunderland	2h 33m	7:34pm	Whitby	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Whitby on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:25am	Sunderland	2h 29m	11:54am	Whitby	CheapestFastest
Train	1:01pm	Sunderland	2h 36m	3:37pm	Whitby	No tags
Train	5:01pm	Sunderland	2h 33m	7:34pm	Whitby	No tags
Train	7:22pm	Sunderland	2h 30m	9:52pm	Whitby	No tags

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Get from Sunderland to Whitby

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

43 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $6

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Whitby by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to Whitby?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Whitby start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Whitby?
The average train ride duration from Sunderland to Whitby is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 43 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Sunderland to Whitby route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sunderland to Whitby?
The earliest train departs from Sunderland to Whitby at 9:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$13

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$30

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01/31

$13

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Whitby was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sunderland to Whitby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $30 for a train ticket from Sunderland to Whitby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-31.