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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Duke Street via Penrith Rail Station and Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Whitehaven?

The distance between Birmingham and Whitehaven is 233 miles. The road distance is 195.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Whitehaven bus from?

Birmingham to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Whitehaven train from?

Birmingham to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Birmingham to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Birmingham to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Whitehaven train arrive?

Birmingham to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Whitehaven is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Birmingham to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 616+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Whitehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
4h 47m
£83–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
7h 43m
£41–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
7h 36m
£53–90
Drive 194.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Whitehavencar 194.1 mi
3h 33m
£48–69
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
6h 1m
£83–157

Birmingham to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 231.5 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Duke Street via Penrith Rail Station and Main Street in around 7h 43m.

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