“Away from the packed commuter routes and main
intercities, the backwaters of our national rail network harbour some
of the most beautiful rides in the world.
“Leaving
Teesside, the train chugs out across the North York Moors … along the
leafy valley through Danby, Egton and Lealholm – surely the prettiest
village in Yorkshire – to Whitby's bracing sea air, fine Georgiana and
looming Gothic church. This is England's green and pleasant land, writ
large over 36miles ... it will make you sigh”
The Sunday Times, 1st March 2009
The Esk Valley Railway connects the rural communities in the North Yorkshire Moors with the city of Middlesbrough and the historic seaside town of Whitby. The railway also offers an enjoyable, environmentally-friendly and stress-free way to view and explore this magnificent landscape and lovely villages.
On this website you will find inspiration for days out and practical information to help you plan your journey. Here you can:
- print-off timetables for individual stations, choose a station from the list of links at the foot of any page.
- read about things to see, what to do and where to eat at places along the line
- download walking and cycling routes
- find out about fares and discounts
- view a calendar of events
- discover the environmental benefits of travelling by train
This website is commissioned and maintained by the Esk Valley Railway Development Company, a not-for-profit Community Rail Partnership. The train service is operated by Northern Rail and the line is owned by Network Rail.
New Summer Timetable
The summer timetable starts on 23rd May. Sunday trains run right through the summer until 11th September and the late Friday evening service runs from mid-July to early September.
Rail Ale Trail
A new leaflet for 2010, giving details of many of the great pubs along the Esk Valley Railway line.
Rail journey updates
For the latest information about train departures and arrivals phone TrainTracker from National Rail Enquiries on 0871 200 49 50 or use TrainTracker Text, simply text your journey details to 48 49 50.
You can also view live departures and arrivals information for individual stations on the National Rail Enquiries website.
New telephone number
The Esk Valley Railway Development Company office now has a NEW dedicated direct line with fax and answerphone facilities. The new number is 01947 601987. Please update your records.
Newsletter
Subscribe to the Esk Valley Railway Passengers' free email newsletter for regular updates about the line, timetable changes, events, guided walks, features on local businesses and occasional special offers and prize draws.
