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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Workington and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Workington to Chester. However, there are services departing from Workington and arriving at Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Workington to Chester?

The distance between Workington and Chester is 168 miles. The road distance is 142.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Workington to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Workington to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Workington to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Workington to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Workington to Chester?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 958+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

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 CarlisleBarrow-in-Furness - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 45m
£41–105
Bus, train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail StationX4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Road
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester
5h 49m
£28–74
Drive 142.1 mi
1. Drive from Workington to Chester142.1 mi
2h 45m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail StationX4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 47m
£29–61

Workington to Chester by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Workington to Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 45m.

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