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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Accrington to Workington. The train trip from Accrington to Workington is usually about 4 hours and 52 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 78 mi (125 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 50m |
| Lowest price | €13.33 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Accrington to Workington?
2 train services operate from Accrington to Workington. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 2 | 7h 8m | €55.07 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 14 | 4h 34m | €27.24 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Accrington to Workington start from €13, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Workington. Northern Rail + Connections in Accrington leaves from Accrington Station and one other station. And in Workington trains arrive at Workington Train Station .
From Accrington to Workington train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 34 minutes. If you are looking to get to Workington faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 50 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Accrington to Workington. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Accrington at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Accrington?
Main departure station: Accrington Station
There are two stations in Accrington where you can board the train to Workington.
All train stations in Accrington:
Accrington Station
Church & Oswaldtwistle Station
Where is the train station in Workington?
Main arrival station: Workington Train Station
Workington has one train station.
Train stations in Workington:
Workington Train Station
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