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

The cheapest way to get from Cockermouth to Sunderland is to bus and line 685 bus which costs £12 - £16 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cockermouth to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cockermouth and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockermouth to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Stockton Road-Mary Street via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station and Monument Pilgrim Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cockermouth and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Cockermouth to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Maryport and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Cockermouth to Sunderland?

The distance between Cockermouth and Sunderland is 103 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Sunderland without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 19m and costs £27 - £50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cockermouth to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Cockermouth to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Cockermouth to Sunderland is to bus and line 685 bus which takes 6h 10m and costs £12 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Cockermouth to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cockermouth to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cockermouth to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockermouth to Sunderland is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cockermouth to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1924+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Cockermouth to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 685 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cockermouth to Sunderland by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 19m
£27–48
Bus, line 685 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
6h 10m
£12–16
Drive 98 mi
1. Drive from Cockermouth to Sunderlandcar 98 mi
1h 58m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Maryport to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 35m
£33–62

Cockermouth to Sunderland by bus, foot, and train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Main Street to Stockton Road-Mary Street via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Monument Pilgrim Street in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Sunderland via Trinity Baptist church, Maryport, and Carlisle in around 4h 35m.

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