Richmond Hill to Whitby by train
Whitby lies 40 km (25 mi) east of Richmond Hill, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 33 min at the speeds typical of Canada rail, over roughly 49 km (31 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Richmond Hill | Whitby | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 202,022 | 138,501 |
| Elevation | 232 m (761 ft) | 87 m (285 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
| Stations on record | Langstaff GO Station, Gormley GO Station | Whitby GO Station, Whitby Junction station |
Where to book trains from Richmond Hill to Whitby
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Common questions
How far is Whitby from Richmond Hill?
40 km (25 mi) in a straight line, east of Richmond Hill; by road roughly 49 km (31 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richmond Hill to Whitby by train?
About 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richmond Hill and Whitby?
No, both are on America/Toronto at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.