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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Workington is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Workington. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Workington via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Workington?

The distance between Blackpool and Workington is 140 miles. The road distance is 95.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Workington without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Blackpool to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Workington train from?

Blackpool to Workington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Blackpool to Workington train arrive?

Blackpool to Workington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Workington is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Blackpool to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 707+ hotels available in Workington.

Blackpool to Workington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Workington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 10m
£35–90
Drive 94.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Workingtoncar 94.8 mi
2h 5m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
3h 57m
£34–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
5h 2m
£28–46

Blackpool to Workington by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Workington via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 10m.

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