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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Victoria Hospital via Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Cockermouth and Kirkcaldy is 157 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh Waverley which takes 4h 19m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy.

Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3039+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Edinburgh Waverley
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain
4h 19m
£31–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Victoria Hospitalbus X27
6h 51m
£25–38
Drive 144 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Kirkcaldycar 144 mi
2h 42m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Maryport to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
4h 32m
£46–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkcaldytrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
4h 32m
£43–63

Cockermouth to Kirkcaldy by bus, foot, and train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Cockermouth, Cumbria, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Main Street to Victoria Hospital via Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Kirkcaldy via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, Carlisle, and Haymarket in around 4h 32m.

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