| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 | |
| Departure station | East Croydon | |
| Arrival station | Whitby | |
| Journey time | From 5h 31m | |
| Distance | 216 miles (347 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Looking to travel from East Croydon to Whitby by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 38 minutes to travel from East Croydon to Whitby by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 31 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 216 miles (347 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Whitby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Whitby. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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