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How to get fromHolyhead to Workingtonby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Workington by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
    2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain train
    5h 44m
    £80–139

  2. Drive  221.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Holyhead to Workingtoncar car 221.1 mi
    4h 6m
    £55–79

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus bus X4 / ...
    7h 26m
    £75–119

Holyhead to Workington by train

Calendar98Weekly Trains
Duration5h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket£80Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 251.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Workington via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 5h 44m.

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