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 $16. 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 35m, covering a distance of 43 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators service the Sunderland to Whitby route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 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 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 7:22pm.

Train Sunderland to Whitby from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Whitby on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:01am	Sunderland	2h 50m	11:51am	Whitby	Cheapest
Train	5:01pm	Sunderland	2h 30m	7:31pm	Whitby	Fastest
Train	1:02pm	Sunderland	2h 35m	3:37pm	Whitby	No tags
Train	7:06pm	Sunderland	3h 10m	10:16pm	Whitby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:56 AM GMT.

Get from Sunderland to Whitby

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

43 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

Based on 26 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

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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 $16. 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 35m, covering a distance of 43 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Sunderland to Whitby route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 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 8:55am. 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.

Best price found

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$9

12/11

$6

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$15

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$10

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$10

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Whitby was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $6

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 $6 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 $10 which is on 2025-12-15.