What is the cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Barnard Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Clock via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Barnard Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

The distance between Cockermouth and Barnard Castle is 71 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle without a car is to bus and line 563 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Barnard Castle bus from?

Cockermouth to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Cockermouth station.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Barnard Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle is to bus and line 563 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Barnard Castle bus arrive?

Cockermouth to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Penrith Rail Station.

Where does the Cockermouth to Barnard Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Barnard Castle is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle.

Where can I stay near Barnard Castle?

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

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Bus, line 563 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Clockbus 563
3h 24m
£41–56
Drive 66.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Barnard Castlecar 66.5 mi
1h 13m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Maryport to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephentrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
4h 7m
£72–110

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Cockermouth, Cumbria, England and Barnard Castle, England?

You can take a bus from Cockermouth to Barnard Castle via Rail Station and Clock in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Barnard Castle via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, Carlisle, and Kirkby Stephen in around 4h 7m.

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