The average train between Bolton and Workington takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Workington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Workington. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Workington at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Workington. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Workington station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Bolton to Workington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Workington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Workington station.
Book your Bolton to Workington train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Workington is 138.2 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Workington via Carlisle in around 3h 5m.