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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Preston is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Coach Stn via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Preston?

The distance between Cockermouth and Preston is 103 miles. The road distance is 82.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 35m and costs £11 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cockermouth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Preston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Preston?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Preston is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £15 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £30 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Preston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Preston is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Cockermouth to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 35m
£11–53
Train
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 15m
£16–100
Drive 82.2 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Prestoncar 82.2 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stnbus 181
4h 46m
£25–29

Cockermouth to Preston by bus and train

185Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cockermouth to Preston.

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Aldi to Preston via Bus Station, Workington, and Carlisle in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Coach Stn via Bus Station in around 4h 46m.

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