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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Horton Road via Rail Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Cockermouth and Greater Manchester is 136 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Greater Manchester train from?

Cockermouth to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Maryport station.

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Cockermouth to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Greater Manchester is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cockermouth to Greater Manchester 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 Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 3m
£40–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cockermouth to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
5h 23m
£24–50
Train
1. Take the train from Maryport to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 30m
£53–97
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Greater Manchestercar 115.1 mi
2h 16m
£28–41
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lanebus 555
2. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Windermere - Manchester Airport
5h 17m
£38–68

Cockermouth to Greater Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 135 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Main Street to St Mary's via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, Carlisle, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxford Road Station in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cockermouth to Horton Road via Rail Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 5h 23m.

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