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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 10h 51m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 51m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Cardiff?

The distance between Cockermouth and Cardiff is 293 miles. The road distance is 271.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 8m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Cockermouth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Cardiff?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Cockermouth to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cockermouth to Cardiff by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
7h 8m
£78–243
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
10h 51m
£29–77
Drive 270.3 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Cardiff270.3 mi
5h 32m
£66–96
Bus, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Station
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 25m
£54–159
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
7h 43m
£83–183
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
13h 4m
£42–105
Bus, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Station
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 59m
£50–202
Bus, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Station
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 30m
£58–192
Bus, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Station
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 29m
£90–249

Cockermouth to Cardiff by bus and train

61Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cockermouth to Cardiff.

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Distance: 291.1 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Cockermouth to Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 51m.

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