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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride and arriving at Duke Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Whitehaven via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Whitehaven?

The distance between Cheltenham and Whitehaven is 278 miles. The road distance is 239.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Cheltenham to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Whitehaven bus from?

Cheltenham to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Whitehaven train from?

Cheltenham to Whitehaven train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Whitehaven is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Whitehaven train arrive?

Cheltenham to Whitehaven train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Whitehaven is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Cheltenham to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
6h 18m
£97–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
9h 19m
£43–67
Drive 238.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Whitehavencar 238.4 mi
4h 14m
£59–85
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
6h 52m
£96–162
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
7h 41m
£92–138

Cheltenham to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 276.6 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Whitehaven via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park & Ride to Duke Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 19m.

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