What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven is to bus and train which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

The distance between Aberdeen and Whitehaven is 269 miles. The road distance is 250.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Whitehaven without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £90 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Whitehaven train from?

Aberdeen to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Whitehaven train arrive?

Aberdeen to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Whitehaven is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Aberdeen to Whitehaven.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Whitehaven?

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Aberdeen to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Whitehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
5h 45m
£92–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
10h 39m
£53–85
Drive 249 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Whitehavencar 249 mi
4h 29m
£61–88
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
6h 7m
£89–187

Aberdeen to Whitehaven by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 45mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.9 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 5h 45m.

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