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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Whitehaven takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Whitehaven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 4m
Duration
231 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Whitehaven train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Birmingham and Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Whitehaven? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 4h 47m.

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