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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Exeter is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Exeter is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Exeter?

The distance between Cockermouth and Exeter is 372 miles. The road distance is 343.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Exeter without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 41m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Cockermouth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Exeter bus from?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Exeter is 343 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Cockermouth to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cockermouth to Exeter 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 Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
8h 41m
£52–228
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 Bus Station100 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
11h 55m
£27–67
Drive 341.3 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Exeter341.3 mi
5h 44m
£85–123
Bus, train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Station
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
7h 5m
£112–348
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
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
11h 19m
£112–238
Bus, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Station
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
7h 35m
£124–368
Bus, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Station
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 29m
£68–278
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
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 Exeter St Davids
9h 4m
£56–194
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
8h 5m
£112–244

Cockermouth to Exeter by bus and train

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8h 41mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 369.7 mi
Duration: 8h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Cockermouth to Bampfylde Street via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 55m.

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