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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 11h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Duke Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station and Low Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Whitehaven via Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Whitehaven?

The distance between Cardiff and Whitehaven is 319 miles. The road distance is 277.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 54m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whitehaven bus from?

Cardiff to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whitehaven train from?

Cardiff to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 54m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 11h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Cardiff to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Whitehaven train arrive?

Cardiff to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Whitehaven is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 243+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Cardiff to Whitehaven - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
6h 54m
£48–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Bridgefootbus X5
11h 52m
£28–68
Drive 276.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whitehavencar 276.1 mi
5h 45m
£67–97
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
7h 24m
£42–146
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
7h 51m
£57–127
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
7h 7m
£45–193
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain
7h 41m
£58–178

Cardiff to Whitehaven by train

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Whitehaven.

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Distance: 317.4 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Whitehaven via Crewe and Carlisle in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Duke Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station, and Low Bridge in around 11h 52m.

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