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

The cheapest way to get from Sellafield to Whitehaven is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sellafield to Whitehaven is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Sellafield and Whitehaven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sellafield and arriving at Corkickle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Sellafield to Whitehaven?

The distance between Sellafield and Whitehaven is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sellafield to Whitehaven without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The train from Sellafield to Corkickle takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sellafield to Whitehaven train from?

Sellafield to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sellafield station.

Where does the Sellafield to Whitehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sellafield to Whitehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Sellafield to Whitehaven is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Sellafield to Whitehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitehaven?

There are 540+ hotels available in Whitehaven.

Sellafield to Whitehaven - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sellafield to Whitehaven by train, taxi, or car

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 Sellafield to CorkickleBarrow-in-Furness - Carlisle / ...
17 min
£4–6
Drive 10.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sellafield to Whitehaven10.3 mi
13 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sellafield to Whitehaven10.3 mi
13 min
£24–29

Sellafield to Whitehaven by train

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17 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Sellafield to Corkickle hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 17 min.

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