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

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Hereford to Crewetrain train
    2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus bus X5 / ...
    5h 51m
    £71–112

  2. Drive  216.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Hereford to Cockermouthcar car 216.6 mi
    4h 26m
    £54–77

  3. Train, bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus bus X5 / ...
    6h 19m
    £71–114

  4. Train, line 555 bus

    1. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus bus 555 / ...
    7h 31m
    £70–117

Hereford to Cockermouth by train and bus

Calendar58Weekly Services
Duration5h 51mAverage Duration
Ticket£71Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 236.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Hereford to Cockermouth. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Penrith Rail Station, then take the bus to Cockermouth. Alternatively, you can drive from Hereford to Cockermouth in around 4h 26m.

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