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

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Whitehaven?

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

How far is it from Richmond to Whitehaven?

The distance between Richmond and Whitehaven is 152 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Richmond to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 5m and costs £45 - £110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Richmond to Whitehaven train from?

Richmond to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Richmond to Whitehaven train arrive?

Richmond to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Whitehaven is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Richmond to Whitehaven.

Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 614+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Richmond to Whitehaven - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Richmond to Whitehaven by train or car

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
5h 5m
£48–101
Drive 92.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Whitehavencar 92.6 mi
1h 45m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
6h 2m
£48–98

Richmond to Whitehaven by bus, foot, and train

60Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Richmond, North Yorkshire, England and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Whitehaven via Town Hall, Darlington, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 5h 5m.

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