What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Workington?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Workington is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Workington?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Workington is to drive which takes 5h 31m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Workington. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Workington via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Workington?

The distance between Basingstoke and Workington is 340 miles. The road distance is 308.2 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Workington without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Workington without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £60 - £360.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Workington?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Basingstoke to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Workington bus from?

Basingstoke to Workington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Workington train from?

Basingstoke to Workington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Workington?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Workington is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £60 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Workington bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Workington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Workington train arrive?

Basingstoke to Workington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Workington is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Basingstoke to Workington.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Workington?

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Where can I stay near Workington?

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Basingstoke to Workington - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Workington. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Workington via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

There are 11 ways to get from Basingstoke to Workington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 29m
£62–357
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
12h 2m
£50–102
Drive 306.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Workington306.4 mi
5h 31m
£77–111
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
6h 20m
£117–282
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
8h 22m
£65–230
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workington
9h 11m
£51–215
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 23m
£79–306
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 10m
£95–362
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
6h 45m
£118–343
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 48m
£100–357
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
8h 3m
£103–347

Basingstoke to Workington by train

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Distance: 338.4 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Workington, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Workington via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Workington via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 12h 2m.

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