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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Whitehaven?

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

How far is it from Rugby to Whitehaven?

The distance between Rugby and Whitehaven is 256 miles. The road distance is 225.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 6m and costs £55 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rugby to Whitehaven train from?

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

Where does the Rugby to Whitehaven train arrive?

Rugby to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Whitehaven is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Rugby to Whitehaven.

How do I get a train ticket from Rugby to Whitehaven?

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 603+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
5h 6m
£60–158
Drive 224.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Whitehavencar 224.3 mi
3h 59m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
5h 51m
£74–134
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
8h 19m
£79–135

Rugby to Whitehaven by train

122Weekly Trains

5h 6mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Whitehaven via Crewe and Carlisle in around 5h 6m.

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