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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool is to train which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Carlisle and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Liverpool?

The distance between Whitehaven and Liverpool is 164 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 56m and costs £24 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Liverpool train from?

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

Where does the Whitehaven to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Liverpool is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Whitehaven to Liverpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 289+ hotels available in Liverpool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool by train, bus, 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 via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3h 56m
£24–96
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Corkickle to Prestontrain Corkickle - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 14m
£21–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 35m
£34–56
Drive 118.1 mi
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Liverpoolcar 118.1 mi
2h 42m
£29–42

Whitehaven to Liverpool by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 56mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Liverpool.

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Liverpool Lime Street via Carlisle and Wigan North Western in around 3h 56m.

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