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The average train between Leicester and Workington takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Workington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 43m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Leicester to Workington train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Leicester and Workington. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Workington at 8:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Cross CountryLumoAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 44m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 39m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Workington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Leicester to Workington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 251.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Workington via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Carlisle in around 5h 59m.

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