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Runcorn to Workington Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Runcorn to Workington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as IDR 283,476, with average prices for this route around IDR 283,476. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:55 4h 50m, 4 change Runcorn East	21:45 Workington	Find Tickets
16:55 5h 45m, 3 change Runcorn East	22:40 Workington	Find Tickets
17:13 5h 27m, 3 change Runcorn	22:40 Workington	Find Tickets
17:55 4h 45m, 4 change Runcorn East	22:40 Workington	Find Tickets
18:55 11h 44m, 3 change Runcorn East	06:39 +1 Workington	Find Tickets
19:55 10h 44m, 4 change Runcorn East	06:39 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Runcorn to Workington Train Route Details

First train

09:00

Last train

23:01

Departure city

Runcorn

Arrival city

Workington

Journey time

4h 45m

Distance

155 km

Price

IDR 283,476*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Runcorn to Workington

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Runcorn to Workington can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Runcorn to Workington for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Runcorn to Workington, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Runcorn to Workington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Runcorn to Workington train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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