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

The cheapest way to get from Workington to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Workington to Cardiff is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Workington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Workington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Workington and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Workington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Workington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Workington and arriving at Cardiff Central via Carlisle and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Workington to Cardiff?

The distance between Workington and Cardiff is 313 miles. The road distance is 280.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Workington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Workington to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Workington to Cardiff bus from?

Workington to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Workington station.

Where do I catch the Workington to Cardiff train from?

Workington to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Workington station.

Train or bus from Workington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Workington to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Workington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Workington to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Penrith Rail Station.

Where does the Workington to Cardiff train arrive?

Workington to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Workington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Workington to Cardiff is 280 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Workington to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Workington to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Workington to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
6h 43m
£57–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail StationX4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
11h 21m
£27–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail StationX4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway GDM19
10h 40m
£46–107
Drive 278.6 mi
1. Drive from Workington to Cardiff278.6 mi
5h 42m
£70–101
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 35m
£49–206
Train via Barrow in Furness
1. Take the train from Workington to Barrow-in-Furness
2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
8h 48m
£75–157
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 12m
£55–165
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 16m
£60–241
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 26m
£91–340

Workington to Cardiff by train

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6h 43mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.9 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Workington to Cardiff Central via Carlisle and Crewe in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Workington to Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 21m.

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