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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Workington is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Workington is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Workington. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's and arriving at The Theatre Royal via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Workington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Workington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Carlisle to Workington?

The distance between Carlisle and Workington is 33 miles. The road distance is 32.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Workington without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £4 - £20.

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

The train from Carlisle to Workington takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Workington bus from?

Carlisle to Workington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Sainsbury's station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Workington train from?

Carlisle to Workington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Workington?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Workington is to train which takes 47 min and costs £4 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Carlisle to Workington bus arrive?

Carlisle to Workington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Main Street station.

Where does the Carlisle to Workington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Workington is 32 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Carlisle to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain Carlisle - Whitehaven / ...
47 min
£4–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Main Streetbus 600
2. Take the bus from Main Street to The Theatre Royalbus X4 / ...
1h 52m
£10–15
Drive 32 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Workingtoncar 32 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Workingtontaxi 32 mi
40 min
£75–90

Carlisle to Workington by train

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Workington hourly. Tickets cost £4–20 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's to The Theatre Royal via Main Street in around 1h 52m.

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