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Sheffield to Workington bus

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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Sheffield to Workington. Traveling by bus from Sheffield to Workington usually takes around 8 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance121 mi (195 km)
Shortest duration8h 30m
Cheapest price€29.65
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What bus companies travel from Sheffield to Workington?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sheffield to Workington. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express48h 43m€29.65
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 195 kilometers from Sheffield to Workington. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 09:00 and the last bus leaves at 10:00. To see the times for all buses from Sheffield to Workington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Sheffield to Workington every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Sheffield

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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.

Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city center.

The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.

Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take the bus, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Sheffield?

Main departure station: Coach Station

Sheffield has two bus stations with service to Workington.

All bus stations in Sheffield:

  • Coach Station

  • Meadowhall Interchange

Where does the bus arrive in Workington?

Main arrival station: Bus Station

All buses from Sheffield arrive at one main station in Workington.

Bus stations in Workington:

  • Bus Station

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