Carlisle to Whitehaven train with Northern Rail (3)

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Compare train and bus for Carlisle to Whitehaven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Whitehaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €16.

Distance: 57 km

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€6

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Cheapest

€16

Average price

1h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

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30m

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2h 17m

Average total duration

1h 47m

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Carlisle to Whitehaven train times

The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Whitehaven trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:08 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail11:09 AM Carlisle
1h08
12:17 PM Whitehaven0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Whitehaven

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Trains from Carlisle to Whitehaven run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
05:00
Last train
22:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Carlisle to Whitehaven trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Carlisle and Whitehaven from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Carlisle to Whitehaven

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Whitehaven by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitehaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Whitehaven can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Carlisle to Whitehaven is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Carlisle and Whitehaven is on average 1 h 7 min   for the 56 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Carlisle to Whitehaven by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Carlisle to Whitehaven leaves at 05: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Carlisle to Whitehaven leaves at 22: 09.
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Carlisle to Whitehaven with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven, you can count on Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Whitehaven. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Whitehaven from Carlisle and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 09.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Carlisle, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Whitehaven, located 0.4 miles (569 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Whitehaven from Carlisle is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Carlisle and Whitehaven including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Carlisle to Whitehaven

Carlisle
Whitehaven
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Whitehaven.
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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