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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Workington is to train and bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Workington. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Workington via Wigan North Western and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Workington?

The distance between Liverpool and Workington is 148 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Workington without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Liverpool to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Workington train from?

Liverpool to Workington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Where does the Liverpool to Workington train arrive?

Liverpool to Workington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Workington is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Liverpool to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 669+ hotels available in Workington.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Penrith North Lakestrain Liverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
3h 54m
£18–46
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
4h 20m
£21–90
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Workingtoncar 125.8 mi
2h 29m
£31–45
Train via Barrow in Furness
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workingtontrain
5h 53m
£24–71

Liverpool to Workington by train and bus

21Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Workington via Wigan North Western and Carlisle in around 4h 20m.

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