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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth is to bus which costs £26 - £75 and takes 10h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Cockermouth via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cockermouth?

The distance between Cardiff and Cockermouth is 293 miles. The road distance is 271.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 57m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cockermouth bus from?

Cardiff to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where does the Cardiff to Cockermouth bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cockermouth is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1614+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

Cardiff to Cockermouth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
6h 57m
£78–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Station111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
10h 13m
£27–72
Drive 270.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cockermouth270.2 mi
5h 32m
£66–96
Train, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street
7h 50m
£62–169
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
7h 28m
£82–176
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Windermere
12h
£36–127
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street
7h 30m
£59–207
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Street
8h 2m
£71–187

Cardiff to Cockermouth by train and bus

62Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Cockermouth.

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Distance: 291.1 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cockermouth, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Park Place to Cockermouth via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station in around 10h 13m.

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