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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Duke Street via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Market Hall and Trinity Baptist church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Whitehaven?

The distance between Edinburgh and Whitehaven is 141 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Whitehaven bus from?

Edinburgh to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from North Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Whitehaven train from?

Edinburgh to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Whitehaven bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Whitehaven train arrive?

Edinburgh to Whitehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Whitehaven is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Edinburgh to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 603+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Whitehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 2m
£36–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market Hallbus X95
3. Take the bus from Market Hall to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
6h 50m
£28–36
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Whitehavencar 130 mi
2h 38m
£33–47

Edinburgh to Whitehaven by train

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Bridge to Duke Street via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Market Hall, and Trinity Baptist church in around 6h 50m.

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