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 £14 - £17 and takes 5h 51m.

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 25m and costs £29 - £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 South Bridge via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cockermouth and Edinburgh is 132 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 bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs £27 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m 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 3m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £17 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cockermouth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Hall station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Edinburgh is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cockermouth to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2659+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cockermouth to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cockermouth to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 33m
£27–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Market Hallbus 600
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
5h 51m
£14–16
Train
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£35–96
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Edinburghcar 118.2 mi
2h 25m
£30–43

Cockermouth to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

107Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Aldi to Edinburgh Waverley via Bus Station, Workington, and Carlisle in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to South Bridge via Market Hall in around 5h 51m.

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