Public transport and alternative ways to travel

For the latest public transport information specific to flood affected areas please visit the following sections:

Cockermouth
Keswick
Workington and Maryport

In the current period of recovery from flooding, we are issuing the following advice for road users which is intended to reduce traffic congestion, risk of road accidents, disruption due to broken down vehicles, parking problems and to ensure that the emergency services including highway repair services are able to work effectively:

1. Keep your travel to a minimum

2. If your journey is short consider walking or cycling instead of taking the car

3. If you have to travel consider using public transport. For information on public transport and journey planning visit the Traveline website or call 0871 200 22 33.  For the latest bus information, please visit the Stagecoach website

4. Arrange to share unavoidable car trips with others - eg travelling to work, school or college, shopping. 

5. If you are an employer consider providing collective transport for employees

Remember that if you are walking, cycling or catching a bus at this time of year, particularly on unlit roads, it is important to wear clothing that increases your visibility (ideally reflective and flourescent) and to use lights on your bike or carry a torch if walking. 

Specifically in West Cumbria

There is an extensive network of local traffic free cycle and walk routes. For further information visit the Sustrans website. Follow this link for the latest update from Sustrans on the condition of the National Cycle Network. Note that where the cycle way uses a highway bridge you should check the status of the bridge closures before travelling.

Rail services are operating along the Cumbrian Coast Line. Real time live departures boards are available at national rail enquiries.