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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Cockermouth is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Cockermouth via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Cockermouth?

The distance between Cheltenham and Cockermouth is 268 miles. The road distance is 233.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 16m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Cheltenham to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cockermouth bus from?

Cheltenham to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cockermouth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Cockermouth is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Cheltenham to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
6h 16m
£37–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
9h 50m
£45–69
Drive 232.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cockermouthcar 232.6 mi
4h 3m
£56–80
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus
7h 15m
£52–157
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
6h 31m
£42–159
Train, bus via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Underpassbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
11h 43m
£40–110

Cheltenham to Cockermouth by train, foot, and bus

95Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.7 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Promenade to Cockermouth via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 9h 50m.

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