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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Manchester is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 56m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Cockermouth and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Manchester?

The distance between Cockermouth and Manchester is 134 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cockermouth to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Manchester is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Manchester?

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

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cockermouth to 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 / ...
3h 43m
£38–68
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
4h 56m
£22–53
Drive 113 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Manchestercar 113 mi
2h 13m
£28–40
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 22m
£51–94
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lanebus 555
2. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Piccadillytrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 54m
£36–66

Cockermouth to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Cockermouth to Manchester Central Coach Station via Rail Station in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Manchester Oxford Road via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, and Carlisle in around 4h 22m.

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