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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Workington to Preston
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Workington to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Workington to Preston will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Workington for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
Live departures
Workington to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Workington to Preston trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:03 Workington | 3h13 | 13:16 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Workington to Preston
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Trains from Workington to Preston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Workington to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Workington and Preston from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Workington to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Workington to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Workington and Preston
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday 12:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up and Drop off outside the front of the station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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