What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth is to bus via Leeds Cultural Stop C which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Main Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

The distance between Barnsley and Cockermouth is 162 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Cockermouth without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £25 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Cockermouth bus from?

Barnsley to Cockermouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Barnsley to Cockermouth bus arrive?

Barnsley to Cockermouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Cockermouth is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Barnsley to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1621+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

Barnsley to Cockermouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Cockermouth by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to CarlisleSheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street600
5h 25m
£26–33
Bus via Leeds Cultural Stop C
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to CarlisleUkn31
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street600
7h 34m
£20–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston HotelUkn31
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street600
6h 42m
£26–36
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Cockermouth127.2 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to CarlisleSheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WorkingtonCarlisle - Whitehaven / ...
5h 43m
£26–42
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
5h 59m
£42–118

Barnsley to Cockermouth by train, foot, and bus

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5h 43mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Cockermouth, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Main Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Aldi via Carlisle, Workington, and Bus Station in around 5h 43m.

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