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Trip Overview

The average train between Whitehaven and Colchester takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitehaven to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 42m
Duration
391 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to London Eustontrain train
  3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train
6h 7m
£104–226

Whitehaven to Colchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Whitehaven and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitehaven is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 58m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia10h 8m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 44m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 45m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 20m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 5m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 2m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 44m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 44m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 39m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 390.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Colchester via Carlisle, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 7m.

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