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 £40 - £85 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 46m and costs £65 - £100.

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 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Workington?

The distance between Cardiff and Workington is 313 miles. The road distance is 280 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 via Carlisle which takes 6h 34m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m 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 via Carlisle which takes 6h 34m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 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 46m 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Workington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
6h 34m
£62–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
10h 52m
£41–83
Drive 278.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Workingtoncar 278.3 mi
5h 46m
£67–97
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
6h 57m
£52–168
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
7h 56m
£61–146
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain
9h 42m
£56–311
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
6h 41m
£55–196
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
7h 14m
£67–191

Cardiff to Workington by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.9 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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 34m. 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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