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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Carnforth is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Carnforth is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at New Street via Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Ambleside to Carnforth?

The distance between Ambleside and Carnforth is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Carnforth without a car is to line 555 bus which takes 2h and costs £8 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Ambleside to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Carnforth bus from?

Ambleside to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Salutation Hotel station.

Where does the Ambleside to Carnforth bus arrive?

Ambleside to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Carnforth is 28 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Ambleside to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Ambleside to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via line 555 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ambleside to Carnforth by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 555 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to New Streetbus 555 / ...
2h
£8–15
Drive 27.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Carnforthcar 27.7 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambleside to Carnforthtaxi 27.7 mi
36 min
£55–75
Line 555 bus, line 755 bus
1. Take the bus from bus interchange to Thwaite Lanebus 555 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thwaite Lane to New Streetbus 755
2h 20m
£8–15

Ambleside to Carnforth by bus

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Distance: 30.8 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to New Street via Blackhall Road in around 2h.

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