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

The cheapest way to get from Wallsend to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Wallsend to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Wallsend and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Wallsend to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Wallsend and arriving at Whitehaven via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Wallsend to Whitehaven?

The distance between Wallsend and Whitehaven is 116 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wallsend to Whitehaven without a car is to subway and train which takes 4h 22m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Wallsend to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wallsend to Whitehaven train from?

Wallsend to Whitehaven train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Wallsend station.

Where does the Wallsend to Whitehaven train arrive?

Wallsend to Whitehaven train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wallsend to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Wallsend to Whitehaven is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Wallsend to Whitehaven.

Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 614+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Wallsend to Whitehaven - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 684 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Wallsend to Whitehaven by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Wallsend to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
4h 22m
£37–77
Drive 99.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wallsend to Whitehavencar 99.2 mi
2h
£25–35
Line 684 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 684 / ...
2. Take the train from Hexham to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
6h 10m

Wallsend to Whitehaven by subway and train

121Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

There is no direct connection from Wallsend to Whitehaven. However, you can take the subway to Central Station, walk to Newcastle, take the train to Carlisle, then take the train to Whitehaven. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street West to Duke Street via Monument Market Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, Railway Station, Hexham, Carlisle, Bus Station, and Main Street in around 6h 10m.

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