Train travel to Sellafield guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Sellafield?

Northern is your reliable choice for frequent services to and from Sellafield for destinations nationwide.

What are Sellafield's opening hours?

You can expect Sellafield to be open between the hours of 5:48 and 23:57, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Sellafield

Sellafield offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Sellafield?

Popular destinations offering trains to and from Sellafield include Workington, Whitehaven, Corkickle, St Bees and Maryport. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Sellafield live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Sellafield, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Sellafield to Corkickle15:2618mNorthernExp. 15:29
Sellafield to Lancaster16:072h 13mNorthernOn time
Sellafield to Corkickle16:0815mNorthernOn time
Sellafield to Lancaster16:482h 18mNorthernOn time
Sellafield to Corkickle18:1615mNorthernOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Lancaster to Sellafield15:262h 6mNorthernExp. 15:29
Manchester Airport to Sellafield16:063h 38mNorthernOn time
Corkickle to Sellafield16:0616mNorthernOn time
Corkickle to Sellafield16:4718mNorthernOn time
Lancaster to Sellafield18:142h 13mNorthernOn time

Station Details

Address:

Sellafield station, Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG

Ticket Office opening hours:

There is no ticket office at Sellafield station, ticket machines are available to purchase or collect tickets from. You can also buy tickets in advance online here

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

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