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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Duke Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Bus Station and Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Whitehaven via Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Derby to Whitehaven?

The distance between Derby and Whitehaven is 231 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Derby to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Whitehaven bus from?

Derby to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Whitehaven train from?

Derby to Whitehaven train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Derby to Whitehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Derby to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Derby to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where does the Derby to Whitehaven train arrive?

Derby to Whitehaven train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Derby to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Whitehaven is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Derby to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
5h 42m
£69–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 466
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
8h 35m
£30–51
Drive 177.7 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Whitehavencar 177.7 mi
3h 39m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Alfreton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
7h 46m
£85–152
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
10h 22m
£57–90

Derby to Whitehaven by train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Whitehaven via Crewe and Carlisle in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Duke Street via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, Bus Station, and Main Street in around 8h 35m.

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