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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Promenade via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Tpt Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Cheltenham?

The distance between Cockermouth and Cheltenham is 252 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 7m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Cheltenham train from?

Cockermouth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham is to bus which takes 9h 49m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £150 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Cheltenham train arrive?

Cockermouth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Cheltenham is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cockermouth to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1803+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Cockermouth to Cheltenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cockermouth to Cheltenham 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 7m
£83–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Tpt Hubbus 100 / ...
9h 49m
£36–61
Drive 232.1 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Cheltenhamcar 232.1 mi
4h 2m
£58–84
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain
7h 14m
£88–138
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Piccadillytrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
8h 47m
£88–141

Cockermouth to Cheltenham by bus and train

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Distance: 250.2 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Cockermouth to Promenade via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Arle Court Tpt Hub in around 9h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Deer Orchard Close to Cheltenham Spa via Bus Station, Thwaite Lane, Windermere, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 8h 47m.

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