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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Whitehaven is to bus and line 600 bus which costs £6 - £7 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Penrith Rail Station and arriving at Duke Street via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Penrith to Whitehaven?

The distance between Penrith and Whitehaven is 57 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Penrith to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Whitehaven bus from?

Penrith to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Penrith Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Whitehaven train from?

Penrith to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Penrith to Whitehaven is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £6 - £7 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Penrith to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Penrith to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Cockermouth station.

Where does the Penrith to Whitehaven train arrive?

Penrith to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Whitehaven is 43 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Penrith to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Penrith to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 600 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
2h 5m
£21–37
Bus, line 600 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Duke Streetbus 600
2h 25m
£6
Drive 42.9 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Whitehavencar 42.9 mi
52 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Whitehaventaxi 42.9 mi
52 min
£90–110

Penrith to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 56.9 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith Rail Station to Duke Street via Main Street in around 2h 25m.

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