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Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train

The journey from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train is 250.09 mi and takes 8 hrs 15 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:55 and the last at 14:30. It is possible to travel from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train for as little as £99.14 or as much as £228.17. The best price for this journey is £99.14.

Lowest Price £99.14
Journey Duration 8 hrs 15 mins
Connection per Day 8
Lowest Price £99.14
Highest Price £228.17
First Departure 05:55
Last Departure 14:30
Distance 250.09 mi
Departure Southampton
Arrival Whitby, North Yorkshire
Carriers Great Western Railway, Northern Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire

The cheapest Southampton - Whitby, North Yorkshire train tickets can be found for as low as £30.48 if you’re lucky, or £34.43 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £40.31.

Find the best day to travel to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train

When travelling to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Great Western Railway, Northern Rail and London North Eastern Railway from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire
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Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
28.17kg
Bus
30.19kg
Flight
80.5kg
Car
64.4kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire are 28.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire? By taking the train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire you will save 52.33kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.02kg compared to a bus and 36.23kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire?
A train ticket from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire is £150.08. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £99.14.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire is £99.14. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire by train?
Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire is 250.09 mi.
How long does the train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire take?
Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire is on average 8 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 23 mins.
Which companies operate from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire?
The train journey from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Great Western Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Grand Central, CrossCountry and South Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire?
Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire leave?
The earliest train from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire departs at 05:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire depart?
The latest train from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire departs at 14:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £99.14 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire is 7 hrs 23 mins.
Is there a direct train from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire?
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton and Whitby, North Yorkshire.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire by train?
The train journey from Southampton to Whitby, North Yorkshire creates 28.17kg of CO2 emissions.

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