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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Whitehaven and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitehaven to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Opera Bingo and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Main Street, Halston Hotel and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Carlisle and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Wakefield?

The distance between Whitehaven and Wakefield is 162 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 14m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Wakefield bus from?

Whitehaven to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Main Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitehaven to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 14m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Whitehaven to Wakefield bus arrive?

Whitehaven to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Whitehaven to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Wakefield is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Whitehaven to Wakefield.

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

Book your Whitehaven to Wakefield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2174+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Whitehaven to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromWhitehaven to Wakefield

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 14m
£64–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
6h 56m
£19–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
5h 39m
£29–52
Drive 123.3 mi
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Wakefieldcar 123.3 mi
2h 52m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Corkickle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Corkickle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 15m
£66–118

Whitehaven to Wakefield by train

54Weekly Trains

5h 14mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Wakefield.

Launch map view

Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Wakefield Westgate via Carlisle and Leeds in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Opera Bingo to Wakefield Bus Station via Main Street, Bus Station, Halston Hotel, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 56m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.