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

The cheapest way to get from Lancashire to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancashire to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Lancashire and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancashire to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Wheatley Farm and arriving at Tangier Street via Bus Station, Bus Station and Trinity Baptist church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Lancashire and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Lancashire to Whitehaven?

The distance between Lancashire and Whitehaven is 140 miles. The road distance is 93.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancashire to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Lancashire to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Whitehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Whitehaven train from?

Lancashire to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Lancashire to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Whitehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Lancashire to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Lancashire to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lancashire to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancashire to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancashire to Whitehaven is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Lancashire to Whitehaven.

Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 596+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 44m
£34–80
Drive 92.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancashire to Whitehavencar 92.6 mi
2h 3m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
6h 17m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
4h 11m
£36–71

Lancashire to Whitehaven by bus and train

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Whitehaven via Bus Station, Railway Station, Preston, and Carlisle in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Tangier Street via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Trinity Baptist church in around 6h 17m.

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