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Whittlesea to Beeston by train

First train

04:58

Last train

20:31

Departure station

Whittlesea

Arrival station

Beeston

Journey time

From 1h 41m

Distance

52 miles (84 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Whittlesea to Beeston in 1 hour 41 minutes

If you want to travel from Whittlesea to Beeston by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Whittlesea to Beeston by train to take around 2 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 3 trains per day running on this route, which spans 52 miles (84 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Beeston. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Whittlesea to Beeston are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Whittlesea to Beeston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Whittlesea to Beeston take?

The average journey time by train between Whittlesea and Beeston is 2 hours and 13 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Whittlesea and Beeston by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Whittlesea to Beeston is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Whittlesea to Beeston?

No, there are no direct train services from Whittlesea to Beeston. Travelling from Whittlesea to Beeston by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Whittlesea to Beeston leave?

The first train from Whittlesea to Beeston leaves at 04:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Whittlesea to Beeston leave?

The last train from Whittlesea to Beeston leaves at 20:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Whittlesea and Beeston by train?

Trains travelling from Whittlesea to Beeston cover a distance of around 52 miles (84 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Beeston to Whittlesea.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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