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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Preston is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Preston. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Preston?

The distance between Whitehaven and Preston is 129 miles. The road distance is 88.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Preston without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 2h 32m and costs £14 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Whitehaven to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Whitehaven to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Preston is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Whitehaven to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Preston.

Whitehaven to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Whitehaven to Preston by train or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 32m
£14–94
Drive 88.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Prestoncar 88.4 mi
1h 51m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Prestontrain Carlisle - Preston
2h 52m
£28–70
Train #2
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Carlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Prestontrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
3h 39m
£16–41

Whitehaven to Preston by train

148Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Preston.

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Distance: 128.7 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Preston via Carlisle in around 2h 32m.

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