The average train between Workington and York takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Workington to York. 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 hourly between Workington and York. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Workington is at 10:27 PM which arrives into York at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Workington to York. However, there are services departing from Workington station and arriving at York station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Workington to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Workington station.
Workington to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Workington to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Workington and York is 176.9 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Workington to York via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 36m.