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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Whitehaven is to train and bus and line 30 bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Whitehaven?

The distance between Dumfries and Whitehaven is 73 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Dumfries to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Whitehaven train from?

Dumfries to Whitehaven train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Whitehaven train arrive?

Dumfries to Whitehaven train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Whitehaven is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Dumfries to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Dumfries to Whitehaven - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Whitehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
2h 28m
£26–45
Train, bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
3. Take the bus from Trinity Baptist church to Duke Streetbus 30
4h 8m
£10–20
Drive 70.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Whitehavencar 70.3 mi
1h 25m
£18–26

Dumfries to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 72.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 2h 28m.

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