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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to bus which costs £65 - £170 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to drive which takes 5h and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Carnforth is 305 miles. The road distance is 278 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 34m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Carnforth bus from?

Bournemouth to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Carnforth train from?

Bournemouth to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 34m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Carnforth bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Carnforth train arrive?

Bournemouth to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Carnforth is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Bournemouth to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1666+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Bournemouth to Carnforth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 34m
£131–203
Drive 276.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Carnforthcar 276.4 mi
5h
£68–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 39m
£106–162
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 7m
£110–240
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 53m
£152–225
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 30m
£68–164
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
6h 20m
£99–301
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
6h 42m
£140–319

Bournemouth to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 303.2 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 30m.

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