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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Duke Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Whitehaven via Haymarket and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Whitehaven?

The distance between Dunfermline and Whitehaven is 155 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Haymarket which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Dunfermline to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Whitehaven bus from?

Dunfermline to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Whitehaven train from?

Dunfermline to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Whitehaven is to train via Haymarket which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Whitehaven train arrive?

Dunfermline to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Whitehaven is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Dunfermline to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Train via Haymarket
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
4h 17m
£52–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
7h 1m
£27–39
Drive 147.1 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Whitehavencar 147.1 mi
2h 44m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
4h 38m
£52–87

Dunfermline to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Whitehaven via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Duke Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Bus Station, and Main Street in around 7h 1m.

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