What is the best way to travel from Whitby to Durham?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Durham from Whitby?
You can reach Durham with just £24 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Northern2h 19m007:59WhitbyLealholm Train Station10:18DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Lealholm Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 07:59:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 10:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 19m
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Northern2h 49m009:17WhitbyLealholm Train Station12:06DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Lealholm Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 09:17:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 12:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Northern2h 37m007:41WhitbyGrosmont Train Station10:18DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Grosmont Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 07:41:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 10:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Northern3h 5m009:01WhitbyGrosmont Train Station12:06DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Grosmont Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 09:01:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 12:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
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What are the fastest trips from Whitby to Durham?
You can get to Durham from Whitby in just 2h 19m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Northern2h 19m007:59WhitbyLealholm Train Station10:18DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Lealholm Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 07:59:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 10:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 19m
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Northern2h 37m007:41WhitbyGrosmont Train Station10:18DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Grosmont Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 07:41:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 10:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Northern2h 49m009:17WhitbyLealholm Train Station12:06DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Lealholm Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 09:17:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 12:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Northern3h 5m009:01WhitbyGrosmont Train Station12:06DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Grosmont Train Station, Whitby (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 09:01:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 12:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
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Bus from Whitby to Durham
What are the most popular stations in Whitby and Durham?
In Whitby, you will usually depart from St Hildas Terrace, Station Square or Parish Church Coach Station, while in Durham you will be arriving at Sutton Street, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Durham from Whitby? With 4 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Whitby and Durham, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Durham in just 2h 19m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Whitby and Durham are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Whitby and Durham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Whitby or to Langley Park, and look at flights from , and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Whitby to Durham?
The most popular companies between Whitby and Durham, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Whitby to Durham
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Whitby to Durham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Whitby to Durham
How can I reach Durham from Whitby?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, with which you can get to Durham from Whitby.
How far is Durham from Whitby?
The distance between Whitby and Durham is 70.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Whitby and Durham?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 12 kgs, and a flight 17 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Whitby to Durham?
You can get to Durham with just £24 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Whitby to Durham?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Durham in just 2h 19m with a Train from Northern.
More routes to Whitby and to Durham
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Whitby and to Durham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
