What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven is to bus via Penrith which costs £9 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby Stephen and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Pennine Hotel and arriving at Duke Street via Penrith and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby Stephen and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Stephen and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Whitehaven is 78 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven bus from?

Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Western Dales Community Trnsp, depart from Pennine Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Western Dales Community Trnsp, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven.

Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 603+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehaven by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Bus Stationbus S6
2. Take the bus from Penrith to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
3h 49m
Bus via Penrith
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
3h 50m
£9
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 53m
£29–52
Drive 65.1 mi
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Whitehavencar 65.1 mi
1h 16m
£17–24

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Distance: 77.4 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Pennine Hotel to Duke Street via Penrith and Bus Station in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Costa Coffee to Whitehaven via Rail Station, Kirkby Stephen, and Carlisle in around 3h 53m.

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