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Helena Thompson Museum
Local history museum covering Roman heritage, industry and everyday life in west Cumbria, housed in a Georgian building.
Cheapest price on 28 Oct
£84
Average ticket price on 28 Oct
£84
Fastest journey on 28 Oct
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 28 Oct
2 h 30 m
Trains on 28 Oct
8
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington to Workington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warrington to Workington will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Warrington to Workington you need to make at least one change.










Trains from Warrington to Workington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Workington trains for today, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:16 Warrington | 9h23 | 6:39 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:20 Warrington | 7h19 | 6:39 Workington | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 28 October | |||||
![]() | 6:17 Warrington | 2h39 | 8:56 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:26 Warrington | 2h35 | 11:01 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:27 Warrington | 2h28 | 11:55 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:27 Warrington | 2h31 | 12:58 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:27 Warrington | 2h29 | 13:56 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:27 Warrington | 2h32 | 14:59 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:27 Warrington | 2h33 | 16:00 Workington | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:15 Warrington | 2h32 | 16:47 Workington | 1 change | |
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Local history museum covering Roman heritage, industry and everyday life in west Cumbria, housed in a Georgian building.
Heritage railway site with museum displays, restored rolling stock and steam-era atmosphere beside the coast at nearby Moss Bay.
Creative venue showing contemporary exhibitions and community arts, a good stop for changing displays and local culture.
Large central park with formal gardens, sports facilities and open lawns, popular for walks and relaxed time outdoors.
Riverside green space around the Workington Hall ruins, offering easy walks, mature trees and a strong sense of local history.
Harbour-side area where visitors can stroll near the docks, watch coastal activity and get a feel for the town's maritime side.
A classic Cumbrian sausage ring made with pork, breadcrumbs and spice. It is a long-standing regional favourite often served with mash or in a breakfast.
A rich fruit cake from Cumbria made with currants, spices and often tea. It is a traditional teatime bake closely associated with the county.
A sweet spiced fruit loaf or cake from Cumbria, traditionally baked for fairs and family gatherings. It reflects the county’s older home-baking traditions.
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, grilled dishes and a comfortable modern setting for casual meals in town.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving kebabs, grills and meze in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established pub and dining venue with classic British meals, drinks and a traditional atmosphere suited to an easy lunch or dinner.
Workington is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with lower hotel and dining prices and modest local transport costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington to Workington by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Workington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Warrington to Workington trains use the Warrington Bank Quay to Workington station pair. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Workington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Workington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Workington.
Ticket office support is available at Workington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Workington: Parking, WC.
Available at Workington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Workington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to both platforms via staff operated foot crossing only with staff assistance during staffing hours. Otherwise short flight of steps onto Barrow platform with stepped footbridge onto Carlisle platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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