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

The cheapest way to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 17m.

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 £27 - £40.

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 Blackburn and arriving at Whitehaven via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Rossendale to Whitehaven?

The distance between Rossendale and Whitehaven is 151 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 Preston which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Rossendale to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Whitehaven train from?

Rossendale to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston 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 602+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Rossendale to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 481 bus

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
4h 32m
£35–85
Drive 109.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rossendale to Whitehavencar 109.3 mi
2h 17m
£28–40
Line 481 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Andrew Avenue to Arrival Standbus 481
2. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
5h 23m
£37–71
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
5h 29m
£53–91

Rossendale to Whitehaven by bus and train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Health Centre to Whitehaven via Arrival Stand, Blackburn, Preston, and Carlisle in around 4h 32m.

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