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Outbound fromBirmingham to Whitehaven by train
It takes an average of 7h 10m to travel from Birmingham to Whitehaven by train, over a distance of around 159 miles (256 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Whitehaven and tickets for this journey start from £47.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:50 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Whitehaven | |
| Journey time | From 4h 8m | |
| Distance | 159 miles (256 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £47.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Birmingham to Whitehaven
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The train from Birmingham to Whitehaven usually takes 7 hours 10 minutes on average to travel 159 miles (256 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 8 minutes. You can expect to find 36 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Whitehaven, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Birmingham to Whitehaven if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £47.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Whitehaven
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham to Whitehaven is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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