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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith Station to Whitehaven is to bus and line 600 bus which costs £6 - £7 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith Station to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith Station and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith Station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Duke Street via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith Station and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith Station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Penrith Station to Whitehaven?

The distance between Penrith Station and Whitehaven is 58 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith Station to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Penrith Station to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith Station to Whitehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith Station to Whitehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith Station to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Penrith Station to Whitehaven is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £6 - £7 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Penrith Station to Whitehaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith Station to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith Station to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith Station to Whitehaven is 43 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Penrith Station to Whitehaven.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith Station 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 14m
£21–39
Bus, line 600 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Duke Streetbus 600
2h 30m
£6
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Penrith Station to Whitehavencar 43 mi
53 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith Station to Whitehaventaxi 43 mi
53 min
£90–110

Penrith Station to Whitehaven by foot and train

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Distance: 57.5 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Duke Street via Main Street in around 2h 30m.

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