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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Workington is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Workington is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Holyhead to Workington?

The distance between Holyhead and Workington is 243 miles. The road distance is 222.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Workington without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 52m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Holyhead to Workington, including transfers.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Workington is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Holyhead to Workington.

Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 660+ hotels available in Workington.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Workington by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
6h 52m
£31–116
Drive 221.2 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Workington221.2 mi
4h 3m
£54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Corkickle
9h 10m
£40–86

Holyhead to Workington by train and bus

121Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.3 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Workington, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Washington Street via Chester, Liverpool Central Loop Line, Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, Corkickle, and Whittington Cat in around 9h 10m.

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