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 6m.

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 6m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Workington. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Workington via Rhyl, Liverpool Lime Street, Preston and Barrow-in-Furness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Workington?

The distance between Holyhead and Workington is 243 miles. The road distance is 222.4 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 27m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Holyhead to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Workington train from?

Holyhead to Workington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Workington train arrive?

Holyhead to Workington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Rhyl station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Workington is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Holyhead to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 669+ 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 Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
6h 27m
£54–155
Drive 221.1 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Workingtoncar 221.1 mi
4h 6m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyltrain
2. Take the train from Rhyl to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
5. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workingtontrain
10h 3m
£55–132

Holyhead to Workington by train and bus

71Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.5 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Workington via Rhyl, Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, and Barrow-in-Furness in around 10h 3m.

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