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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Whitby (WTB)

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4

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

09:01 / 20:04

first / last train

2

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Whitby (WTB)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Whitby , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Whitby is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 46 mins.

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Whitby.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Whitby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Whitby Today

  • Mon 13th May
    09:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Sunderland
    Whitby
    Sunderland to Whitby
  • Mon 13th May
    13:03
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    15:38
    Sunderland
    Whitby
    Sunderland to Whitby
  • Mon 13th May
    17:02
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    19:32
    Sunderland
    Whitby
    Sunderland to Whitby
  • Mon 13th May
    19:06
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    22:16
    Sunderland
    Whitby
    Sunderland to Whitby

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Whitby Station

Station name Whitby (WTB)
Address Whitby station, Station Square, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1YN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 12:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 12:30
Thursday 08:30 - 12:30
Friday 08:30 - 12:30
Saturday 08:30 - 12:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Whitby

The travel time between Sunderland and Whitby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Whitby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 09:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:04.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland and Whitby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Sunderland to Whitby

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Whitby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Sunderland and Whitby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.