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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Workington is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Workington. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Workington via Printworks, Manchester Central Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Workington. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Workington via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Burnley to Workington?

The distance between Burnley and Workington is 146 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Workington without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Burnley to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Workington bus from?

Burnley to Workington bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Workington train from?

Burnley to Workington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Workington?

The best way to get from Burnley to Workington is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Burnley to Workington bus arrive?

Burnley to Workington bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Printworks station.

Where does the Burnley to Workington train arrive?

Burnley to Workington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Workington is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Burnley to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
3h 27m
£24–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to PrintworksX43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
7h 13m
Drive 101.5 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Workington101.5 mi
2h 13m
£26–37
Train via Barrow in Furness
1. Take the train from Burnley Central to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workington
5h 47m
£25–52

Burnley to Workington by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Workington via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Workington via Printworks, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 7h 13m.

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