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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield is to bus which costs £19 - £28 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Halston Hotel and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Wakefield?

The distance between Cockermouth and Wakefield is 174 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Wakefield bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Wakefield is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cockermouth to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Cockermouth to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cockermouth to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 28m
£39–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 49m
£19–27
Drive 117.4 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Wakefieldcar 117.4 mi
2h 39m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 31m
£25–42
Bus via Wakefield Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
5h 51m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
6h 2m
£25–48

Cockermouth to Wakefield by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Deer Orchard Close to Wakefield Kirkgate via Bus Station, Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Queen Elizabeth GS via Bus Station, Halston Hotel, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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