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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Burnley to Whitehaven?

The distance between Burnley and Whitehaven is 153 miles. The road distance is 99.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Burnley to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Whitehaven train from?

Burnley to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Where does the Burnley to Whitehaven train arrive?

Burnley to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Whitehaven is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Burnley to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 614+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Burnley to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 152 bus

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
3h 44m
£41–100
Drive 99.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Whitehavencar 99.1 mi
2h 14m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Central to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
4h 36m
£49–92
Line 152 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Standbus 152
2. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
5h 21m

Burnley to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 44m.

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