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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Whitehaven via Wigan North Western and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Whitehaven?

The distance between Birkenhead and Whitehaven is 165 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Birkenhead to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Whitehaven train from?

Birkenhead to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Whitehaven train arrive?

Birkenhead to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Whitehaven is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Birkenhead to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Birkenhead to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 600 bus

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
4h 21m
£57–108
Drive 126.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Whitehavencar 126.2 mi
2h 34m
£31–45
Train, bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Main Street to Duke Streetbus 600
4h 34m
£45–73
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
4h 31m
£53–100

Birkenhead to Whitehaven by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Whitehaven via Wigan North Western and Carlisle in around 4h 21m.

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