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It takes an average of 6h 31m to travel from York to Whitehaven by train, over a distance of around 109 miles (175 km). There are normally 61 trains per day travelling from York to Whitehaven and tickets for this journey start from £19.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:25 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Whitehaven | |
| Journey time | From 3h 49m | |
| Distance | 109 miles (175 km) | |
| Frequency | 61 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £19.70 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from York to Whitehaven in 3 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from York to Whitehaven? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 31 minutes to travel the 109 miles (175 km) from York to Whitehaven by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 61 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to Whitehaven. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from York to Whitehaven in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £19.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Whitehaven by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from York to Whitehaven?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.