Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne take around 2 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 135 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Whitehaven is scheduled to depart at around  06:30. The last departure is usually at around 20:37 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Whitehaven at around 06:22, with the last train leaving at around 20:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 32 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$38.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 Newcastle upon Tyne.

Is there a direct train from Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The journey between Whitehaven and Newcastle upon Tyne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne train travel takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Whitehaven to Newcastle upon Tyne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Newcastle upon Tyne leaving Whitehaven at around 06:30 and the last train leaving at around 20:37 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Whitehaven at around 06:22, with the final departure at 20:30.