Liverpool to Whitehaven by train

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Overview: trains from Liverpool to Whitehaven

Find the key information for travelling by train from Liverpool to Whitehaven, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:37 View journey
Last train 20:36 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 134
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey AU$88.33 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 13m
Train operators 7

Liverpool to Whitehaven train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Liverpool to Whitehaven by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Liverpool to Whitehaven take around 3 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 134 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Liverpool is scheduled to depart at around  05:10. The last departure is usually at around 20:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Liverpool at around 03:37, with the last train leaving at around 20:22. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 32 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$88.33.

We think any time is a great time to visit Whitehaven, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Whitehaven.

Is there a direct train from Liverpool to Whitehaven?

The journey between Liverpool and Whitehaven usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

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

The Liverpool to Whitehaven train travel takes about 3 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Liverpool to Whitehaven train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Whitehaven leaving Liverpool at around 05:10 and the last train leaving at around 20:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Liverpool at around 03:37, with the final departure at 20:22.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.