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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Whitehaven is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Whitehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Tangier Street via Penrith Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Whitehaven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Corkickle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Whitehaven?

The distance between Manchester and Whitehaven is 131 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £26 - £70.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Corkickle takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitehaven bus from?

Manchester to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitehaven train from?

Manchester to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Whitehaven?

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitehaven is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £26 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Manchester to Whitehaven bus arrive?

Manchester to Whitehaven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Manchester to Whitehaven train arrive?

Manchester to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Corkickle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Whitehaven is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Manchester to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 531+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Manchester to Whitehaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Whitehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to CorkickleManchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
3h 30m
£26–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
5h 22m
£30–51
Drive 119.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Whitehaven119.3 mi
2h 24m
£29–42
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WhitehavenCarlisle - Whitehaven
3h 43m
£33–96

Manchester to Whitehaven by train

8Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Corkickle once daily. Tickets cost £26–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Tangier Street via Penrith Rail Station and Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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