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

The cheapest way to get from York to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between York and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from York to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from York to Whitehaven?

The distance between York and Whitehaven is 180 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from York to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Whitehaven train from?

York to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from York station.

Where does the York to Whitehaven train arrive?

York to Whitehaven train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from York to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Whitehaven is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from York to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

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York to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and Steam train

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There are 4 ways to get from York to Whitehaven by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Carlisletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
4h 13m
£64–96
Drive 138 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Whitehavencar 138 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
4h 24m
£64–135
Steam train, train
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Corkickletrain Lancaster - Corkickle / ...
7h 42m

York to Whitehaven by train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.1 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from York to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 4h 13m.

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