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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Holyhead is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Holyhead is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Holyhead?

The distance between Cockermouth and Holyhead is 232 miles. The road distance is 214 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Holyhead without a car is to bus and train via Warrington which takes 6h 37m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Cockermouth to Holyhead, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Holyhead is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cockermouth to Holyhead.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 906+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Cockermouth to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cockermouth to Holyhead by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Warrington
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1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
6h 37m
£37–98
Drive 212.7 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Holyhead212.7 mi
3h 50m
£52–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail StationX5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
7h 29m
£55–93

Cockermouth to Holyhead by bus and train

108Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.1 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

There is no direct connection from Cockermouth to Holyhead. However, you can take the bus to Penrith Rail Station, walk to Penrith North Lakes, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Chester, then take the train to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can drive from Cockermouth to Holyhead in around 3h 50m.

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