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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Whitehaven is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 11h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Whitehaven via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Bath to Whitehaven?

The distance between Bath and Whitehaven is 334 miles. The road distance is 283.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Bath to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Whitehaven train from?

Bath to Whitehaven train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bath to Whitehaven train arrive?

Bath to Whitehaven train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bath to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Whitehaven is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Bath to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 540+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Bath to Whitehaven - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Bath to Whitehaven by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
7h 47m
£59–231
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
11h 39m
£31–64
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Corkickle
10h 45m
£36–70
Drive 282 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Whitehaven282 mi
5h 8m
£71–103
Fly Bristol Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
6h 56m
£66–172
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stn19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickle
10h 3m
Fly Bristol Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
6h 42m
£59–195
Fly Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
7h 13m
£72–170
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaven
8h 7m
£137–361

Bath to Whitehaven by train

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7h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 332.2 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Whitehaven via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Carlisle in around 7h 47m.

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