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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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18

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

5hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Whitehaven , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Whitehaven is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 55 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Whitehaven.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Whitehaven. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Whitehaven Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:35
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    6 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    6 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:16
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    6 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:36
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:32
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    23:11
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:18
    12 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:50
    10 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    08:14
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:56
    9 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:46
    11 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Leicester
    Whitehaven
    Leicester to Whitehaven

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Whitehaven Station

Station name Whitehaven (WTH)
Address Whitehaven station, Station Approach, off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:30
Saturday 06:15 - 17:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Whitehaven

The travel time between Leicester and Whitehaven by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Whitehaven vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Whitehaven typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Whitehaven can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Whitehaven. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Whitehaven.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Whitehaven, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.