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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven is to train and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Whitehaven via Doncaster, Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Whitehaven is 236 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Whitehaven train from?

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

Where does the Scunthorpe to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Whitehaven is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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

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

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
5h 51m
£63–153
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Meadowhalltrain
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
8h 12m
£34–53
Drive 165.7 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Whitehavencar 165.7 mi
3h 34m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
6h 30m
£64–119

Scunthorpe to Whitehaven by train

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5h 51mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.3 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Whitehaven via Doncaster, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 5h 51m.

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