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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Workington is to train which costs £20 - £60 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Workington. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Workington via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Chester to Workington?

The distance between Chester and Workington is 168 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Workington without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £20 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chester to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Workington train from?

Chester to Workington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.

Where does the Chester to Workington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Workington is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Chester to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 673+ hotels available in Workington.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain Carlisle - Whitehaven / ...
3h 46m
£20–58
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
4h 37m
£19–83
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Workingtoncar 141.8 mi
2h 47m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood streetbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
4. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workingtontrain
8h 16m
£25–78

Chester to Workington by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Workington via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 3h 46m.

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