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It takes an average of 9h 43m to travel from Southampton Central to Whitby by train, over a distance of around 249 miles (401 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Whitby and tickets for this journey start from £85.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:15 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Whitby | |
| Journey time | From 8h 1m | |
| Distance | 249 miles (401 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £85.20 | |
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Travelling from Southampton Central to Whitby by train
Looking to travel from Southampton Central to Whitby by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 43 minutes to travel from Southampton Central to Whitby by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 8 trains per day running along the 249 miles (401 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Whitby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to get to Whitby – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southampton Central to Whitby in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £85.20.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton Central 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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.