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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £17 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Princes Street via Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cockermouth and Edinburgh is 143 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £17 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus from?

Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Main Street station.

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h and costs £17 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Edinburgh is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cockermouth to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cockermouth to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Workington to CarlisleWhitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h
£18–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Market Hall600
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus StationX95
5h 50m
£14–16
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Station600
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
5h 21m
£23–35
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Edinburgh118.2 mi
2h 24m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh WaverleyManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 2m
£20–58

Cockermouth to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

110Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.9 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cockermouth, Cumbria, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cockermouth Aldi to Edinburgh Waverley via Workington, Workington, and Carlisle in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Princes Street via Bus Station, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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