What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth is to bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Carnforth via Carlisle and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Carnforth is 305 miles. The road distance is 273.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Carnforth bus from?

Aberdeen to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Carnforth train from?

Aberdeen to Carnforth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Carnforth bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Carnforth train arrive?

Aberdeen to Carnforth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Carnforth is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Aberdeen to Carnforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Carnforth?

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1668+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Aberdeen to Carnforth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 36m
£106–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
8h 23m
£40–63
Drive 272.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Carnforthcar 272.2 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 6m
£102–267
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lancastertrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 48m
£106–218
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane ABZ - LBA
2. Take the train from Apperley Bridge to Carnforthtrain
8h 35m
£82–257
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)plane ABZ - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
7h 21m
£94–254
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Lancastertrain
6h 39m
£122–297
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
7h 23m
£159–343

Aberdeen to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Carnforth via Carlisle and Lancaster in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, and Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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