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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Wigan to Whitehaven?

The distance between Wigan and Whitehaven is 145 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 11m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Wigan to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Whitehaven train from?

Wigan to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Wigan to Whitehaven train arrive?

Wigan to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Whitehaven is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Wigan to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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Wigan to Whitehaven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 600 bus, and car

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 11m
£53–92
Drive 106.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Whitehavencar 106.5 mi
2h 11m
£26–38
Train, bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Main Street to Duke Streetbus 600
3h 58m
£37–61
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
3h 50m
£45–86
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chorley to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle
4h 32m
£42–82

Wigan to Whitehaven by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 3h 11m.

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