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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Skegness is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Skegness is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Skegness via Carlisle, Newcastle and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Skegness?

The distance between Whitehaven and Skegness is 321 miles. The road distance is 223.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Skegness without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 7h 58m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Whitehaven to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Whitehaven to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Skegness is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Whitehaven to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain
4. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
7h 58m
£119–196
Drive 222.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Skegnesscar 222.4 mi
4h 46m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Corkickle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
9h 8m
£131–208
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
10h 32m
£121–192

Whitehaven to Skegness by train

82Weekly Trains

7h 58mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.4 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Skegness via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Grantham in around 7h 58m.

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