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Trip Overview

The average train between Whitehaven and Preston takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Whitehaven to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 49m
Duration
129 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Whitehaven to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Whitehaven and Preston. 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 Preston at 3:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 55m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 128.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Preston via Carlisle in around 2h 32m.

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