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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Carnforth is to line 59 bus and line 40 bus which costs £9 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Carnforth is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Suddell Cross and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Carnforth via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Carnforth?

The distance between Blackburn and Carnforth is 39 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £11 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Blackburn to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Carnforth bus from?

Blackburn to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Suddell Cross station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Carnforth train from?

Blackburn to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Carnforth is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £11 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and line 40 bus, which costs £9 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Blackburn to Carnforth bus arrive?

Blackburn to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Carnforth train arrive?

Blackburn to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Carnforth is 36 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Blackburn to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

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Blackburn to Carnforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
1h 45m
£12–24
Drive 35.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Carnforthcar 35.9 mi
41 min
£9–13
Line 152 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Arrival Standbus 152
2. Take the train from Preston to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Carnforthtaxi 35.9 mi
41 min
£150–190
Line 59 bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Suddell Cross to Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queens Squarebus 40 / ...
2h 52m
£9

Blackburn to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Carnforth via Preston in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Suddell Cross to Police Station via Bus Station, Queens Square, and Bus Station in around 2h 52m.

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