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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Whitehaven is to bus and line 600 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's and arriving at Duke Street via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Whitehaven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Whitehaven. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Whitehaven?

The distance between Carlisle and Whitehaven is 39 miles. The road distance is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £28.

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

The train from Carlisle to Whitehaven takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Whitehaven bus from?

Carlisle to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Sainsbury's station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Whitehaven train from?

Carlisle to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Whitehaven is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Carlisle to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Carlisle to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Main Street station.

Where does the Carlisle to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Whitehaven is 38 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Carlisle to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
1h 9m
£15–28
Bus, line 600 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Main Streetbus 600
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Duke Streetbus 600
2h 19m
£6
Drive 37.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Whitehavencar 37.7 mi
47 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Whitehaventaxi 37.7 mi
47 min
£85–110

Carlisle to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's to Duke Street via Main Street in around 2h 19m.

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