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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Workington is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Workington is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Workington. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Workington via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Workington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Workington via Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Workington?

The distance between Cardiff and Workington is 313 miles. The road distance is 280.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Workington without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Cardiff to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Workington bus from?

Cardiff to Workington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Workington train from?

Cardiff to Workington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Workington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Workington is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 10h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Workington bus arrive?

Cardiff to Workington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Workington train arrive?

Cardiff to Workington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Workington is 280 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

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Cardiff to Workington - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Workington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
6h 50m
£54–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
10h 52m
£28–69
Drive 278.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Workington278.4 mi
5h 42m
£70–101
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 7m
£61–177
Train via Barrow in Furness
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workington
8h 49m
£78–146
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakes
4. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
11h 25m
£38–79
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
6h 53m
£56–228
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 24m
£66–243
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
7h 34m
£91–311

Cardiff to Workington by train

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.9 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Workington, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Workington via Crewe and Carlisle in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Workington via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station in around 10h 52m.

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