The cheapest and fastest trains from Workington to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Workington to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Workington to Edinburgh will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Workington for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:482h31Workington13:19Edinburgh£341One-way0 changes
9:562h36Workington12:32Edinburgh£1011One-way0 changes
10:482h31Workington13:19Edinburgh£341One-way0 changes
9:562h36Workington12:32Edinburgh£1011One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Workington to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Workington to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£66 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Workington to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Workington to Edinburgh.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Workington to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Workington to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Workington to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Workington to Edinburgh
Trains from Workington to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 20:59 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Workington to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Workington and Edinburgh from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Transpennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Workington to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Workington to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Workington and Edinburgh
Most Workington to Edinburgh trains use the Workington to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Workington and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Workington station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Workington from Workington city centre
Workington train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Workington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Workington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Workington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Workington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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