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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Workington and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Workington to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Workington and arriving at Holyhead via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Workington to Holyhead?

The distance between Workington and Holyhead is 253 miles. The road distance is 222.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Workington to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Workington to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Workington to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Workington to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Workington to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Workington to Holyhead is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Workington to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 954+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Workington to Holyhead 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 Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain
6h 1m
£88–163
Drive 221 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Workington to Holyheadcar 221 mi
4h 3m
£55–79
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
6h 51m
£68–136
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Workington to Penrith Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyheadtrain
7h 52m
£83–153

Workington to Holyhead by train

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6h 1mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.2 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Workington to Holyhead via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 6h 1m.

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