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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Workington is to bus and train which costs £23 - £50 and takes 7h 58m.

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 bus between Chester and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Workington. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Workington via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Chester to Workington?

The distance between Chester and Workington is 158 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 and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Chester to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Workington bus from?

Chester to Workington bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Chester to Workington bus arrive?

Chester to Workington bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One 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.

Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 163+ 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, bus
best
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 36m
£41–125
Bus, train
cheapest
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 Corkickletrain
7h 58m
£24–49
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Workingtoncar 141.8 mi
2h 47m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
4. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
8h 27m
£36–66

Chester to Workington by train and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Workington.

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Workington via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 8h 27m.

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