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

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Stafford to Penrith North Lakestrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus bus X5 / ...
    3h 44m
    £56–90

  2. Drive 160.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Stafford to Cockermouthcar car 160.9 mi
    2h 54m
    £40–57

  3. Train, bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus bus 590
    3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus bus X5 / ...
    6h 16m
    £41–90

  4. Train, bus via Manchester #2

    1. Take the train from Stafford 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 / ...
    5h 9m
    £57–110

Stafford to Cockermouth by train and bus

Calendar53Weekly Services
Duration3h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket£56Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 177.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Stafford to Cockermouth. However, you can take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Penrith Rail Station, then take the bus to Cockermouth. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stafford to Cockermouth via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 6h 16m.

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