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Carlisle to Whitehaven train prices and times

Planning a journey from Carlisle to Whitehaven? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.10, with average prices for this route around £2.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:53 Carlisle	07:02 Whitehaven	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:19 Carlisle	07:30 Whitehaven	1h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:10 Carlisle	08:21 Whitehaven	1h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Carlisle	09:16 Whitehaven	1h 8m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:02 Carlisle	10:10 Whitehaven	1h 8m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:13 Carlisle	11:21 Paris	1h 8m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Carlisle to Whitehaven train route details

First train

05:53

Last train

22:01

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Whitehaven

Journey time

1h 7m

Distance

36 miles

Price

£2.10*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Whitehaven

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Carlisle to Whitehaven can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carlisle to Whitehaven, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Carlisle to Whitehaven more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carlisle to Whitehaven train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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Carlisle to Whitehaven train prices and times

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