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Trains to Whitby from Elgin
It takes an average of 15h 18m to travel from Elgin to Whitby by train, over a distance of around 242 miles (389 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Elgin to Whitby and tickets for this journey start from £80.50 when you book in advance.
Plan your journey from Elgin to Whitby
Considering a trip to Whitby and need more information on how to take the train from Elgin to Whitby? Start your search with us today!
Usually, the train from Elgin to Whitby takes around 15 hours 18 minutes. Every day, there are around 8 trains running on this popular route.
There will be 3 changes on your journey from Elgin to Whitby, as there are no direct trains.
London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail and CrossCountry trains run on this route.
From Elgin to Whitby, tickets start from just £80.50. Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Elgin to Whitby?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Elgin to Whitby start at £80.50§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Elgin to Whitby is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.