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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Chester is to bus and train which costs £21 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to Chester. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Chester?

The distance between Whitehaven and Chester is 174 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £25 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Whitehaven to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Whitehaven to Chester train arrive?

Whitehaven to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Chester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Whitehaven to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 999+ hotels available in Chester.

Whitehaven to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Whitehaven to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 55m
£26–89
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brigham to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 32m
£22–69
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Chestercar 140 mi
2h 47m
£34–49
Train via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Corkickle to Lancastertrain Carlisle - Lancaster / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 28m
£30–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Prestontrain
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
8h 29m
£24–52

Whitehaven to Chester by train

148Weekly Trains

3h 55mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 55m.

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