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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cockermouth is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Cockermouth via Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cockermouth?

The distance between Manchester and Cockermouth is 134 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Manchester to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cockermouth bus from?

Manchester to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cockermouth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cockermouth is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Manchester to Cockermouth bus arrive?

Manchester to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cockermouth is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Manchester to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1618+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
3h 19m
£32–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
4h 13m
£27–43
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cockermouth113.4 mi
2h 13m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WorkingtonCarlisle - Whitehaven / ...
4h 23m
£33–98

Manchester to Cockermouth by train and bus

100Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cockermouth via Penrith Rail Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Aldi via Carlisle, Workington, and Bus Station in around 4h 23m.

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