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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead is to bus and line 685 bus which costs £10 - £13 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Eldon Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Newcastle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Gateshead?

The distance between Cockermouth and Gateshead is 91 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Gateshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Gateshead train from?

Cockermouth to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Maryport station.

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 685 bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Gateshead train arrive?

Cockermouth to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Gateshead is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Cockermouth to Gateshead.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Cockermouth to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 685 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cockermouth to Gateshead 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 Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 14m
£24–48
Bus, line 685 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
5h 9m
£10–13
Train
1. Take the train from Maryport to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£32–65
Drive 84.7 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Gatesheadcar 84.7 mi
1h 44m
£21–31

Cockermouth to Gateshead by bus, foot, and train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Main Street to Newcastle via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, and Carlisle in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Eldon Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, and Bus Station in around 5h 9m.

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