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How to get fromDumfries to Cockermouthby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus bus 600
    2h 25m
    £18–30

  2. Drive 58.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dumfries to Cockermouthcar car 58.6 mi
    1h 11m
    £15–21

  3. Train, line 68 bus

    1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Maryporttrain train
    3. Take the bus from B&M Bargains to Main Streetbus bus 68
    3h 4m

  4. Line 381 bus, train, bus

    1. Take the bus from Court to Crown Innbus bus 381
    2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus bus 600
    3h 16m

Dumfries to Cockermouth by train, foot, and bus

Calendar106Weekly Services
Duration2h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket£18Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Cockermouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 62.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Dumfries to Cockermouth. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, walk to Bus Station, then take the bus to Main Street. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Main Street via Carlisle, Maryport, and B&M Bargains in around 3h 4m.

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