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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Workington is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 45m.

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 45m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Chester to Workington?

The distance between Chester and Workington is 158 miles. The road distance is 142.8 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 42m and costs £17 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chester to Workington, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chester to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Workington is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Chester to Workington.

Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 669+ hotels available in Workington.

Chester to Workington - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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 LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
4h 42m
£17–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood street1 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
4. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workington
8h 4m
£25–62
Drive 141.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Workington141.9 mi
2h 45m
£36–51

Chester to Workington by train and bus

106Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Workington.

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Workington. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Penrith Rail Station, then take the bus to Workington. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Workington via Hood street, Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, and Barrow-in-Furness in around 8h 4m.

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