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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Cockermouth is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax station to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Halifax Bus Station and arriving at Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Maryport via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Halifax to Cockermouth?

The distance between Halifax and Cockermouth is 147 miles. The road distance is 106.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Halifax to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Cockermouth bus from?

Halifax to Cockermouth bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from Halifax Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Cockermouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Halifax to Cockermouth?

The best way to get from Halifax to Cockermouth is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs £15 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Halifax to Cockermouth bus arrive?

Halifax to Cockermouth bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Halifax to Cockermouth train arrive?

Halifax to Cockermouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Cockermouth is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Halifax to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
4h
£45–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
6h 38m
£16–25
Drive 105.9 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Cockermouthcar 105.9 mi
2h 29m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Halifax to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Maryporttrain
4h 53m
£43–104
Bus via Leeds City Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
6h 38m
£16–25

Halifax to Cockermouth by train and bus

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Halifax Bus Station to Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, and Bus Station in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Halifax to Main Street via Preston, Carlisle, Maryport, and B&M Bargains in around 4h 53m.

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