What is the cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to North Shields is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitehaven to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at North Shields via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to North Shields?

The distance between Whitehaven and North Shields is 113 miles. The road distance is 103.2 miles.

How do I travel from Whitehaven to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Whitehaven to North Shields without a car is to train and subway which takes 3h 37m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Whitehaven to North Shields?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Whitehaven to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to North Shields train from?

Whitehaven to North Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitehaven station.

Where does the Whitehaven to North Shields train arrive?

Whitehaven to North Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Whitehaven to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to North Shields is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Whitehaven to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1984+ hotels available in North Shields.

Whitehaven to North Shields - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to North Shieldssubway Yel
3h 37m
£36–76
Drive 102.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitehaven to North Shieldscar 102.6 mi
2h 4m
£25–36
Bus, train, line 684 bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
6h 24m

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Distance: 112.2 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Whitehaven, Cumbria, England and North Shields, England?

There is no direct connection from Whitehaven to North Shields. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to North Shields. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Opera Bingo to Nile Street via Main Street, Bus Station, Carlisle, Hexham, Railway Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Monument Market Street in around 6h 24m.

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