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

The cheapest way to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rossendale and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Rossendale station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Duke Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rossendale and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Rossendale to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Church & Oswaldtwistle and arriving at Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Rossendale to Whitehaven?

The distance between Rossendale and Whitehaven is 152 miles. The road distance is 109.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 6m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Whitehaven bus from?

Rossendale to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Whitehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Rossendale to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 6m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Rossendale to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Rossendale to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Rossendale to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rossendale to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Rossendale to Whitehaven is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Rossendale to Whitehaven.

Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 597+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Rossendale to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
5h 6m
£38–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
7h 6m
£24–35
Drive 109.3 mi
1. Drive from Rossendale to Whitehavencar 109.3 mi
2h 17m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Bolton to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
5h 9m
£40–80

Rossendale to Whitehaven by bus and train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.7 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Health Centre to Whitehaven via Bus Station, Alleytroyds, Church & Oswaldtwistle, Preston, and Carlisle in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus station to Duke Street via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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