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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Rail Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Altrincham?

The distance between Cockermouth and Altrincham is 143 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Altrincham bus from?

Cockermouth to Altrincham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Cockermouth station.

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Altrincham bus arrive?

Cockermouth to Altrincham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Penrith Rail Station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Altrincham is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cockermouth to Altrincham.

Where can I stay near Altrincham?

There are 3651+ hotels available in Altrincham.

Cockermouth to Altrincham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cockermouth to Altrincham by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 28m
£26–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
6h 5m
£23–31
Bus, train, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the bus from Thynne Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 5
5h 11m
Drive 117.7 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Altrinchamcar 117.7 mi
2h 15m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 12m
£36–80

Cockermouth to Altrincham by bus, train, and tram

100Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Aldi to Altrincham via Bus Station, Workington, Carlisle, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cockermouth to Altrincham Interchange via Rail Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 5m.

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