What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven is to train and bus which costs £90 - £160 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven?

The fastest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 12m and costs £95 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Port of Holyhead and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Whitehaven via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven?

The distance between Port of Holyhead and Whitehaven is 260 miles.

How do I travel from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 12m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven train from?

Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven train arrive?

Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

How do I get a train ticket from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven?

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and car ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven by train, car, car ferry, or bus

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
6h 12m
£96–167
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
8h 22m
£91–155
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Port of Holyhead to Ferry Nabcar
2. Take the carferry from Ferry Nab to Far Sawreycarferry
3. Drive from Far Sawrey to Whitehavencar
4h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
7h 24m
£100–177

Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven by foot and train

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 258 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Port of Holyhead, Wales and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a vehicle from Port of Holyhead to Whitehaven via Holyhead, Warrington Bank Quay, and Carlisle in around 6h 12m.

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