Maryport Victoria Cottage Hospital can be accessed by road and public transport. If you’re on a low income you may be eligible for help with travel costs.

By road

From Wigton A596:
  • follow the A596 towards Maryport
  • stay on this road, passing the town centre and Lidl supermarket
  • following signs for the hospital, turn left onto Ewanrigg Road
  • the hospital is on your left
     
From Workington A596:
  • follow the A596 towards Maryport
  • following signs for the hospital, turn right onto Ewanrigg Road
  • the hospital is on your left
     
From the A594:
  • as you approach Maryport, turn left onto Main Street, following signs for the hospital
  • at the mini roundabout drive straight onto Ewanrigg Road
  • stay on this road for half a mile
  • the hospital is on your right
     

By bus

Stagecoach run buses from the surrounding area to Grasslot bus stop. The hospital is a 5 minute walk from there. Use the Stagecoach website to plan your journey. 
 

By train

Northern Rail run trains to Maryport from Workington and Aspatria. Use the Northern Rail website to plan your journey. From there the hospital is a 10 minute walk. You can also take a taxi but advance booking is essential. Visit traintaxi.co.uk to find a local cab service. 
 

By Patient Transport Service

This service helps eligible patients get to and from hospital appointments. It’s provided by the North West Ambulance Service. To find out if you’re eligible, contact the local booking centre on 01228 403031.

They’ll ask you some simple questions about your medical condition and mobility. Make sure you have your NHS number ready before your call. You can get this from your GP or clinic.