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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Burnley to Workington

Composite routes from Burnley to Workington

Cheapest
2 h 9 min
Car
178 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 30 min
126 km.
from $115.83
5 h 50 min
126 km.
from $27.37
7 h 25 min
126 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
enquiries@northernrailway.co.uk
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Burnley Manchester Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$11.39
Train from Carlisle to Workington
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92
Train from Burnley Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$11.39
Train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92
Train from Barrow-in-Furness to Workington
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
bookings@westcoastrailways.net
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week

Bus operators

The Burnley Bus Company

Phone:
0345 60 40 110
Email:
hello@burnleybuses.co.uk hello@burnleybuses.co.uk
Website:
transdevbus.co.uk/the-burnley-bus-company/
Bus from Mechanics Institute to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Stagecoach West

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
west.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workington
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Workington is to train via Barrow in Furness which costs $23.91 - $32.61 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Workington. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Workington via Hanover Street, Manchester, Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Workington. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Workington via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Burnley to Workington?

The distance between Burnley and Workington is 234 km. The road distance is 177.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Workington without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $39.13 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Burnley to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Workington bus from?

Burnley to Workington bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Workington train from?

Burnley to Workington train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Burnley to Workington?

The best way to get from Burnley to Workington is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $39.13 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 25m. There are no good options to fly between Burnley to Workington.

Where does the Burnley to Workington bus arrive?

Burnley to Workington bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Workington train arrive?

Burnley to Workington train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Workington is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Burnley to Workington.

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

Book your Burnley to Workington train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Workington?

There are 549+ hotels available in Workington. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
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