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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Whitehaven?

The distance between Blackpool and Whitehaven is 147 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Blackpool to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Whitehaven train from?

Blackpool to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Blackpool to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Whitehaven is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Blackpool to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 602+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Blackpool to Whitehaven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 30m
£36–94
Drive 92.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Whitehavencar 92.5 mi
2h 4m
£23–33
Bus, train via Penrith
1. Take the bus from North Station to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
5h 54m
£27–40
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
3h 57m
£41–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Corkickletrain Lancaster - Corkickle / ...
4h 58m
£33–58

Blackpool to Whitehaven by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 30m.

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